اَلْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ حَمْدًا كَثِيرًا طَيِّبًا مُبَارَكًا فِيهِ، غَيْرَ مَكْفِيٍّ وَلَا مُوَدَّعٍ وَلَا مُسْتَغْنًى عَنْهُ رَبَّنَا
Praise be to Allah, much praise, good and blessed, which is not insufficient, nor is it abandoned, nor is He to be dispensed with, our Lord.
Alhamdulillah hamdan kathiran tayyiban mubarakan fih, ghaira makfiyyin wa la mawadda'in wa la mustaghnan 'anhu Rabbana.
When to Read
This comprehensive dua is recited immediately after finishing a meal. It encompasses gratitude for the provision received, while also subtly acknowledging our human tendency to consume more than necessary or to be wasteful, seeking Allah's forgiveness and continued blessings.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a humble heart after you have finished eating and drinking. It's a moment to pause and reflect on the blessings of food and sustenance. Make sure to enunciate the words clearly, reflecting the gratitude and remembrance of Allah (SWT).
Virtues & Benefits
This dua combines immense gratitude with a request for Allah's continued favor. By praising Allah in this manner, we acknowledge that all provision comes from Him and is a blessing. The inclusion of 'ghaira makfiyyin' (not insufficient) and 'la mawadda'in' (nor is it abandoned) indicates that Allah's blessings are always abundant and never run out. The phrase 'wa la mustaghnan 'anhu Rabbana' (nor is He to be dispensed with, our Lord) emphasizes our utter dependence on Allah for everything, including the food we eat. This type of deep gratitude and recognition of dependence can protect us from arrogance and thanklessness, which are often linked to overeating and wastefulness. It's a way of asking Allah to accept our meal and to purify our intentions regarding sustenance.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abdullah bin Busr (may Allah be pleased with him): The Prophet ﷺ was given a bowl of food and he ate from it. Then he brought him a young camel to ride. He said: 'The devil does not come out of me, but I have ridden it.' Then he said: 'Praise be to Allah, much praise, good and blessed, which is not insufficient, nor is it abandoned, nor is He to be dispensed with, our Lord.' (Sahih al-Bukhari 5443)