الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ حَمْدًا كَثِيرًا طَيِّبًا مُبَارَكًا فِيهِ، غَيْرَ مَكْفِيٍّ وَلَا مُوَدَّعٍ وَلَا مُسْتَغْنًى عَنْهُ رَبُّنَا
All praise is due to Allah, an abundant, pure, blessed praise. (He is) our Lord, without Whom we cannot be self-sufficient, and Who is not to be bid farewell, and Who is not to be disregarded.
Alhamdulillah hamdan katheeran tayyiban mubarakan feehi, ghaira makfiyyin wa la muwadda'in wa la mustaghna 'anhu Rabbuna
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited immediately after finishing a meal. It's a moment to pause before the food fully settles, acknowledging the Creator who provided it.
How to Read
Recite this with sincere gratitude in your heart. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us to express our thanks to Allah for the sustenance He has provided. Feel the nourishment as a blessing and remember Allah's immense generosity. It's a direct expression of our dependence on Him and appreciation for His continuous provision.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates a profound sense of gratitude and recognition of Allah's constant provision. It's more than just saying thanks for a meal; it's acknowledging Allah as our ultimate Sustainer, upon Whom we are always dependent. By expressing such comprehensive praise, we internalize the blessings of food, not just as physical sustenance, but as a means to strengthen our faith and devotion. This acknowledgment helps us maintain humility and remember that all good things come from Allah, encouraging us to use the strength gained from this food in ways that please Him.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Umamah: The Prophet ﷺ, when there was no food, used to fast, and when there was food, he would break his fast. The Prophet ﷺ, when he had food, would say: 'Alhamdulillah hamdan katheeran tayyiban mubarakan feehi, ghaira makfiyyin wa la muwadda'in wa la mustaghna 'anhu Rabbuna.' (All praise is due to Allah, an abundant, pure, blessed praise. (He is) our Lord, without Whom we cannot be self-sufficient, and Who is not to be bid farewell, and Who is not to be disregarded.)