الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ حَمْدًا كَثِيرًا طَيِّبًا مُبَارَكًا فِيهِ غَيْرَ مَكْفِيٍّ وَلَا مُوَدَّعٍ وَلَا مُسْتَغْنًى عَنْهُ رَبُّنَا.
Praise is to Allah, much praise, good and blessed praise. O our Lord, it is not enough, nor is it taken leave of, nor is it dispensed with.
Al-hamdu lillahi hamdan kathiran tayyiban mubarakan fih, ghaira makfiyyin wa la mawadda'in wa la mustaghnan 'anhu Rabbuna.
When to Read
This dua is recited after finishing a meal. It’s a beautiful way to express gratitude for the sustenance provided, acknowledging that this nourishment is a blessing from Allah, and a means for us to continue our worship and good deeds.
How to Read
This is a verbal dua. Utter these words with sincerity and contemplation after you have finished eating. It is a simple yet profound expression of thanks. Imagine the sustenance you've just received empowering you to do more for Allah's sake, both in this life and the next.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua shows deep gratitude for Allah's blessings. It goes beyond a simple 'thank you,' acknowledging the sufficiency and unending nature of Allah's provision. By asking that the food be a source of strength for the hereafter, we’re aligning our worldly needs with our ultimate goal of pleasing Allah and attaining Jannah. It reminds us that even our basic necessities are opportunities for worship and spiritual growth, ensuring that every blessing becomes a step closer to our Creator.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Umamah: The Prophet (ﷺ) when he had finished his food, would say: الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ حَمْدًا كَثِيرًا طَيِّبًا مُبَارَكًا فِيهِ غَيْرَ مَكْفِيٍّ وَلَا مُوَدَّعٍ وَلَا مُسْتَغْنًى عَنْهُ رَبُّنَا. (Al-hamdu lillahi hamdan kathiran tayyiban mubarakan fih, ghaira makfiyyin wa la mawadda'in wa la mustaghnan 'anhu Rabbuna.)