الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ حَمْدًا كَثِيرًا طَيِّبًا مُبَارَكًا فِيهِ غَيْرَ مَكْفِيٍّ وَلَا مُوَدَّعٍ وَلَا مُسْتَغْنًى عَنْهُ رَبُّنَا
All praise is due to Allah, [praiseworthy], abundant, and blessed praise. [O Allah,] our Lord, we are not satisfied [with these praises], nor is it the last of it, nor is it dispensed with, O our Lord.
Alḥamdu lillāhi ḥamdan kathīran ṭayyiban mubārakan fīhi ghayra makfiyyin wa lā muwaddaʿin wa lā mustaghnan ʿanhu rabbunā
When to Read
This dua is recited immediately after finishing a meal, as a way of expressing gratitude to Allah for the sustenance He has provided. It’s a moment to reflect on the blessings and to humbly acknowledge our dependence on Him.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and contemplation after you have finished eating. It is a direct supplication to Allah, acknowledging His immense blessings and seeking His continued favor. Focus on the meaning of the words as you utter them.
Virtues & Benefits
This beautiful dua encapsulates profound gratitude. By praising Allah abundantly and acknowledging that our praise can never fully encompass His greatness, we guard our hearts against pride and arrogance that can creep in with blessings. It reminds us that all sustenance comes from Allah, fostering humility and contentment. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua to remind us that even after receiving a bounty, our praise should be continuous and never feel complete, as Allah's favors are boundless.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Umamah (may Allah be pleased with him): The Prophet (peace be upon him) when raising his hand from eating (i.e., after finishing his meal), would say: الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ حَمْدًا كَثِيرًا طَيِّبًا مُبَارَكًا فِيهِ غَيْرَ مَكْفِيٍّ وَلَا مُوَدَّعٍ وَلَا مُسْتَغْنًى عَنْهُ رَبُّنَا (Alḥamdu lillāhi ḥamdan kathīran ṭayyiban mubārakan fīhi ghayra makfiyyin wa lā muwaddaʿin wa lā mustaghnan ʿanhu rabbunā).