الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ حَمْدًا كَثِيرًا طَيِّبًا مُبَارَكًا فِيهِ غَيْرَ مَكْفِيٍّ وَلَا مُوَدَّعٍ وَلَا مُسْتَغْنًى عَنْهُ رَبُّنَا.
Praise be to Allah, abundant, good, and blessed praise, [a praise] that is not insufficient, nor is it bid farewell, nor is it dispensed with, our Lord.
Alhamdulillah hamdan katheeran tayyiban mubarakan feehi ghaira makfiyyin wa la mawadda'in wa la mustaghnan 'anhu Rabbuna.
When to Read
This dua is recited after finishing a meal, as a profound expression of gratitude to Allah for the sustenance He has provided. It's a moment to acknowledge His blessings and seek His continued favor.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a present heart, reflecting on the immense blessings of food and sustenance. It is recommended to say it immediately after finishing your meal, ideally before moving away from the place where you ate.
Virtues & Benefits
Expressing such heartfelt gratitude earns Allah's pleasure. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua to his companions, showing its importance. It's a way of acknowledging that no matter how much we eat, Allah's blessings are always needed and His sustenance is never truly 'enough' for us in the sense that we can stop needing Him. It fosters contentment and reinforces our reliance on the Creator.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Sa'd (may Allah be pleased with him): The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "Whoever says after the (meal): 'Alhamdulillah hamdan katheeran tayyiban mubarakan feehi ghaira makfiyyin wa la mawadda'in wa la mustaghnan 'anhu Rabbuna' (Praise be to Allah, abundant, good, and blessed praise, [a praise] that is not insufficient, nor is it bid farewell, nor is it dispensed with, our Lord), Allah will be pleased with him."