الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي كَفَانِي وَأَرْوَانِي، وَالَّذِي آوَانِي، وَالَّذِي أَطْعَمَنِي وَسَقَانِي، وَالَّذِي أَمْتَعَنِي، فَكَمْ مِمَّنْ لَا تَجِدُ لَهُ رِزْقًا
All praise is due to Allah, Who sufficed me and gave me drink, Who sheltered me, Who fed me and gave me drink, Who made me enjoy that which He provided. For how many is there whom you cannot find provision for?
Alhamdulillah alladhi kafani wa arwani, walladhi awani, walladhi at'amani wa saqani, walladhi amta'ani, fa kam mimman la tajidu lahu rizqa
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited after having a meal, especially when the food was provided without significant personal effort or hardship, or simply as a profound expression of gratitude for any provision. It's a moment to pause and acknowledge Allah's grace in sustaining us.
How to Read
Recite this dua after finishing your meal with sincerity and a heart full of appreciation. Reflect on the immense blessings Allah has bestowed upon you, recognizing that sustenance is entirely from Him. The intention is key: acknowledging His favor and His power to provide for all creation.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates a deep level of gratitude, acknowledging Allah as the ultimate provider who has not only met basic needs like food and drink but also provided shelter and enjoyment of His blessings. It fosters a sense of contentment and reliance on Allah, reminding us that our provision is guaranteed by Him. It also instills humility by contrasting our situation with those who might struggle to find sustenance, reinforcing our obligation to be thankful.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: When one of you eats food and then says: 'Al-hamdulillah alladhi kafani wa arwani, walladhi awani, walladhi at'amani wa saqani, walladhi amta'ani, fa kam mimman la tajidu lahu rizqa' (All praise is due to Allah, Who sufficed me and gave me drink, Who sheltered me, Who fed me and gave me drink, Who made me enjoy that which He provided. For how many is there whom you cannot find provision for?) – it is incumbent upon Allah to account him on the Day of Resurrection and He will cause him to enter Paradise. (Sunan Abi Dawud 5055, classified as Sahih by Al-Albani)