الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ حَمْدًا كَثِيرًا طَيِّبًا مُبَارَكًا فِيهِ غَيْرَ مَكْفِيٍّ وَلَا مُوَدَّعٍ وَلَا مُسْتَغْنًى عَنْهُ رَبُّنَا
All praise is due to Allah, [praise] in abundance, good and blessed, [praise] that is not insufficient, nor is it to be bid farewell, nor is it dispensable, our Lord.
Al-hamdulillah hamdan katheeran tayyiban mubarakan feehi ghaira makfiyyin wa la muwadda'in wa la mustaghna 'anhu rabbuna.
When to Read
This dua is recited immediately after finishing a meal, while still seated at the place of eating if possible. It's a moment to express gratitude and ask for continued blessings.
How to Read
Recite this with sincerity, focusing on the meaning of the words. It's a prayer of thanks for the sustenance provided, acknowledging that this strength and blessing are from Allah alone and can be withdrawn at any time. The emphasis is on continuous, abundant praise that is always needed and never to be taken for granted.
Virtues & Benefits
This beautiful supplication, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, is more than just thanks for food. By acknowledging Allah's blessings and our constant need for Him, we are implicitly seeking His protection. The strength gained from permissible sustenance, when coupled with gratitude, fortifies us against weaknesses that negative influences can exploit. It is a reminder that true power and resilience come from our connection with Allah, and that continuous praise keeps that connection strong.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Ibn Abi Awfa: The Prophet ﷺ, when he broke his fast, used to say: 'Allahumma lak sumtu, wa 'ala rizqika afaltu' (O Allah! For Your sake I fasted, and with Your provision I broke my fast). And when he finished eating, he used to say: 'Al-hamdulillah hamdan katheeran tayyiban mubarakan feehi ghaira makfiyyin wa la muwadda'in wa la mustaghna 'anhu rabbuna' (All praise is due to Allah, [praise] in abundance, good and blessed, [praise] that is not insufficient, nor is it to be bid farewell, nor is it dispensable, our Lord).