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 never insufficient, never to be left, and from which we are never independent, our Lord.
Al-hamdulillah-i hamdan katheeran tayyiban mubarakan feehi, ghaira makfiyyin wa la mawadda'in wa la mustaghnan 'anhu Rabbuna.
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited immediately after finishing a meal. It's a moment to pause, reflect, and express gratitude to Allah for the sustenance He has provided.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a heart full of gratitude after you have finished eating. Focus on the meaning of the words, acknowledging Allah's continuous blessings and our utter dependence on Him. This is a personal supplication, so it can be recited quietly to oneself.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates profound gratitude. By praising Allah in this manner, we acknowledge that all strength and sustenance come from Him. It's a way of seeking His continued favor and blessing upon the food we've eaten, hoping it nourishes us physically and spiritually, granting us the strength to worship Him. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua to express a complete and heartfelt thankfulness that encompasses the ongoing nature of Allah's provision.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Umamah: The Prophet (ﷺ) used to, when he had finished his food, say: 'Al-hamdulillah-i hamdan katheeran tayyiban mubarakan feehi, ghaira makfiyyin wa la mawadda'in wa la mustaghnan 'anhu Rabbuna.' (Praise be to Allah, abundant, pure, and blessed praise, praise that is never insufficient, never to be left, and from which we are never independent, our Lord.)