الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ حَمْدًا كَثِيرًا طَيِّبًا مُبَارَكًا فِيهِ، غَيْرَ مَكْفِيٍّ وَلَا مُوَدَّعٍ وَلَا مُسْتَغْنًى عَنْهُ رَبُّنَا.
All praise is due to Allah, [as] a much, good, blessed praise. [We do not] avoid needing it, nor parting with it, nor being independent of it, our Lord.
Alhamdulillah hamsan 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 acknowledge the blessing of sustenance that Allah has provided.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and contemplation after you have finished eating. It's a comprehensive expression of gratitude that covers all aspects of appreciation for the meal and the Provider. Focus on each word, understanding the deep meaning of thanking Allah in a way that is complete and ongoing.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates a profound level of gratitude. By acknowledging that Allah's provision is always needed, never to be avoided, and never to be replaced, we express a complete dependence and appreciation for His continuous blessings. It moves beyond a simple 'thank you' to a deep recognition of our need for Him in every aspect of life, including nourishment.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Umamah: When the Prophet (ﷺ) finished his meal, he would say: 'Alhamdulillah hamsan katheeran tayyiban mubarakan feehi, ghaira makfiyyin wa la mawadda'in wa la mustaghnan 'anhu Rabbuna.' (All praise is due to Allah, [as] a much, good, blessed praise. [We do not] avoid needing it, nor parting with it, nor being independent of it, our Lord.)