Dua & Sunnah

Dua After Eating: Seeking Protection from the Ill Effects of Doubt and Suspicion Related to Food

After Eating
Sahih HadithSahih al-Bukhari 5445

الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ حَمْدًا كَثِيرًا طَيِّبًا مُبَارَكًا فِيهِ، غَيْرَ مَكْفِيٍّ وَلَا مُوَدَّعٍ وَلَا مُسْتَغْنًى عَنْهُ رَبَّنَا

Praise be to Allah, [such] abundant, pure, and blessed praise, [praise] that is not insufficient, nor [said with the intention of] farewell, nor [praise] that can be done without, our Lord.

Alhamdulillah hamdan katheeran tayyiban mubarakan feehi, ghayra makfiyyin wa la mawadda'in wa la mustaghnan 'anhu Rabbana.

When to Read

Recite this dua immediately after finishing your meal. It's a beautiful way to express gratitude for the sustenance Allah has provided and to seek His protection against any potential harm or ill effects associated with it, including subtle forms of doubt or suspicion.

How to Read

Recite this dua with sincere gratitude in your heart. Focus on the meaning of the words as you utter them, acknowledging Allah's blessings and your dependence on Him. It's typically recited standing or sitting after the meal.

Virtues & Benefits

This dua encompasses profound gratitude for the meal and the blessings within it. By praising Allah in this manner, we acknowledge that our sustenance is a gift, and we seek His help to purify it from any hidden ailments or negative influences. It trains our hearts to be constantly thankful, which is a cornerstone of faith and a means of drawing closer to Allah. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua to express a comprehensive level of thanks that goes beyond mere politeness, seeking Allah's continued favor and protection.

Source & Authentication

Narrated Abu Umamah: When the Prophet ﷺ finished his meal, he would say: الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ حَمْدًا كَثِيرًا طَيِّبًا مُبَارَكًا فِيهِ، غَيْرَ مَكْفِيٍّ وَلَا مُوَدَّعٍ وَلَا مُسْتَغْنًى عَنْهُ رَبَّنَا (Alhamdulillah hamdan katheeran tayyiban mubarakan feehi, ghayra makfiyyin wa la mawadda'in wa la mustaghnan 'anhu Rabbana) – 'Praise be to Allah, [such] abundant, pure, and blessed praise, [praise] that is not insufficient, nor [said with the intention of] farewell, nor [praise] that can be done without, our Lord.'
Sahih HadithSahih al-Bukhari 5445
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