الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ حَمْدًا كَثِيرًا طَيِّبًا مُبَارَكًا فِيهِ غَيْرَ مَكْفِيٍّ وَلَا مُوَدَّعٍ وَلَا مُسْتَغْنًى عَنْهُ رَبُّنَا.
All praise is due to Allah, abundant, pure, and blessed praise, not to be superseded, not to be abandoned, and without which we cannot dispense, our Lord.
Al-hamdulillahillazi hamidan kathiran tayyiban mubarakan fih, ghaira makfiyyin wa la mudda'in wa la mustaghnan 'anhu rabbuna.
When to Read
This dua should be recited immediately after finishing a meal, as a prayer of gratitude to Allah for the sustenance provided.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and heartfelt gratitude. Focus on the meaning of the words, acknowledging that all blessings come from Allah and that our reliance on Him is perpetual. It is typically recited once after finishing the food.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication is a powerful expression of gratitude for Allah's countless blessings. By acknowledging that the sustenance provided is not enough on its own and that we always need Allah, it fosters a deep sense of humility and reliance on Him. This act cultivates reverence for Allah, reminding us that every bite and sip is a gift from the Creator, strengthening our connection and submission to Him.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Umamah (may Allah be pleased with him): The Prophet ﷺ, when he finished his food, used to say: الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ حَمْدًا كَثِيرًا طَيِّبًا مُبَارَكًا فِيهِ غَيْرَ مَكْفِيٍّ وَلَا مُوَدَّعٍ وَلَا مُسْتَغْنًى عَنْهُ رَبُّنَا. (All praise is due to Allah, abundant, pure, and blessed praise, not to be superseded, not to be abandoned, and without which we cannot dispense, our Lord.) Narrated by Al-Bukhari (5444).