Dua & Sunnah

Dua for a Guest When Eating the Food of a Host

Before Eating
Sahih HadithSahih Muslim 2055

اللَّهُمَّ أَطْعِمْ مَنْ أَطْعَمَنِي، وَاسْقِ مَنْ سَقَانِي

O Allah, feed those who fed me, and give drink to those who gave me drink.

Allahumma at'im man at'amani, wasqi man saqani

When to Read

This dua is recommended for a guest to recite when eating food offered by a host. It's a beautiful way to express gratitude not just to the host but also to seek Allah's blessings upon them in return.

How to Read

Recite this dua from the heart with sincerity as you partake in the meal or after finishing. It's a simple yet profound supplication for your host.

Virtues & Benefits

This dua embodies the Islamic spirit of reciprocity and kindness. It acknowledges the effort and generosity of the host and asks Allah to bless them in kind, reflecting the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ teachings on hospitality and reciprocal good deeds.

Source & Authentication

Anas ibn Malik (may Allah be pleased with him) narrated that the Messenger of Allah ﷺ visited the house of Thabit ibn Qays (may Allah be pleased with him). He was with him, and the Messenger of Allah ﷺ said: 'O Thabit, come to us for your food.' Thabit went and brought out for him some bread and vinegar. The Prophet ﷺ said: 'This is good.' Anas said: 'I saw him pick up the broth and eat from the convexity of the dish.' Then the Prophet ﷺ said: 'Eat, O people of the house, for indeed Allah will not make the provision of those who were fed, or who gave food, as a provision for them, but Allah will give them provision like it.' And the Prophet ﷺ said: 'Allahumma at'im man at'amani, wasqi man saqani' (O Allah, feed those who fed me, and give drink to those who gave me drink).
Sahih HadithSahih Muslim 2055
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