الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ حَمْدًا كَثِيرًا طَيِّبًا مُبَارَكًا فِيهِ، غَيْرَ مَكْفِيٍّ وَلَا مُوَدَّعٍ وَلَا مُسْتَغْنًى عَنْهُ رَبُّنَا.
Praise be to Allah, abundant, pure, and blessed praise, praise that is sufficient, unending, and indispensable, O our Lord.
Alhamdulillah hamdan katheeran tayyiban mubarakan feeh, ghayra makfiyyin wa la mawadda'in wa la mustaghnan 'anhu Rabbuna.
When to Read
Recited immediately after finishing a meal, as soon as you have eaten and are ready to make dua. It's a moment of gratitude for the sustenance Allah has provided.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a heart full of gratitude. Understand that this food is a blessing and a means of strength provided by Allah. Reflect on the meaning of the words, acknowledging Allah's sufficiency and our dependence on Him. While it's commonly recited with the mouth, the true intention and feeling in the heart are paramount. It's not a rigid ritual but a heartfelt expression.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua expresses profound gratitude to Allah, acknowledging His bountiful provision. By praising Allah in this manner, we are thanking Him not just for the meal itself, but for the health and strength it provides, enabling us to worship Him and carry out our responsibilities. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua to express a level of thankfulness that encompasses the ongoing nature of Allah's blessings – His provision is never truly 'finished' or 'dispensed with'. It reminds us that all strength and sustenance ultimately come from Him, fostering humility and contentment.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Umamah: The Prophet (ﷺ) if he was raised up after (eating) food, would say: 'Al-hamdulillah hamdan katheeran tayyiban mubarakan feeh, ghayra makfiyyin wa la mawadda'in wa la mustaghnan 'anhu Rabbuna.' (Praise be to Allah, abundant, pure, and blessed praise, praise that is sufficient, unending, and indispensable, O our Lord.) Sahih al-Bukhari 5444