الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ حَمْدًا كَثِيرًا طَيِّبًا مُبَارَكًا فِيهِ، غَيْرَ مَكْفِيٍّ وَلَا مُوَدَّعٍ وَلَا مُسْتَغْنًى عَنْهُ رَبَّنَا
All praise is due to Allah, [in] a praise that is abundant, pure, and blessed, [a praise] that is not insufficient, nor is it bid farewell to, nor is it dispensable from, our Lord.
*Alhamdulillah hamdan kathiran tayyiban mubarakan fih, ghaira makfiyyin wa la mawadda'in wa la mustaghnan 'anhu Rabbana*
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited immediately after finishing a meal. It's a moment of gratitude for the sustenance Allah has provided and a recognition that our satisfaction with the meal is entirely dependent on His grace. It also serves as a beautiful way to express contentment with what we have, guarding against the desires that can lead to overeating or dissatisfaction.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a heart full of gratitude. Pause after your meal, perhaps while clearing your plate, and reflect on the blessings of the food and the health that allows you to enjoy it. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this specific wording, so aim to pronounce it as accurately as possible. It’s a quiet, personal moment of acknowledging Allah's favor.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates profound gratitude. By praising Allah in such a comprehensive way after eating, we acknowledge that no matter how much we eat, our true sustenance and ability to digest come from Him. It cultivates contentment, which is a powerful antidote to overeating and the physical and spiritual maladies that can stem from it. Furthermore, this dua teaches us to appreciate that this blessing is not a one-time thing but a continuous need from our Lord, fostering humility and consistent reliance on Him.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abu Umamah (may Allah be pleased with him): The Prophet (peace be upon him) if he was raised up to the (food) table, he would say: 'O Allah, for You is all praise, [in] a praise that is abundant, pure, and blessed, [a praise] that is not insufficient, nor is it bid farewell to, nor is it dispensable from, our Lord.' (Sahih al-Bukhari 5443)