الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَطْعَمَنِي هَذَا وَرَزَقَنِيهِ مِنْ غَيْرِ حَوْلٍ مِنِّي وَلَا قُوَّةٍ
Praise be to Allah Who has fed me this food and provided it for me without any strength or power from myself.
Alhamdulillah allathi at'amani hadha wa razaqanihi min ghayri hawlin minni wa la quwwah.
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited immediately after finishing a meal. It's a moment to pause before the meal is completely finished, to express gratitude for the sustenance Allah has provided.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely after you have finished eating. Take a moment to reflect on the blessings of the food and the ease with which you received it. It's a practice that cultivates thankfulness and humility.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua is a profound expression of gratitude to Allah. It acknowledges that our ability to eat and digest is not from our own effort but a gift from Him. This recognition can lead to increased blessings (barakah) in our sustenance and a deeper connection with our Creator. It also reminds us to be mindful of those who may not have access to regular meals, fostering empathy and compassion.
Source & Authentication
‘Abdullah bin Ghannam Al-Bayaadi (may Allah be pleased with him) narrated that the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said: 'Whoever eats a meal and then says: Alhamdulillah allathi at'amani hadha wa razaqanihi min ghayri hawlin minni wa la quwwah. His previous sins will be forgiven.' (Sunan Abi Dawud 5105, Sunan At-Tirmidhi 3448).