اللَّهُمَّ بَارِكْ لَنَا فِيهِ وَأَطْعِمْ مَنْ لَا يَطْعَمُهُ
O Allah, bless this food for us and feed those who cannot have it.
Allahumma barik lana feehi wa at'im man la yat'amuh
When to Read
This dua is particularly poignant when you have guests but notice the food might not be enough, or if you have very little. It's a plea to Allah for abundance and to extend His provision to those less fortunate, even from the little you have. You can recite it before serving the food, or when you realize the quantity might be a concern.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a humble heart. Focus on the meaning, asking Allah not just for sufficiency for your guests, but also for the broader community of those who go hungry. It's best recited aloud before serving the food, with the intention of seeking Allah's blessing and mercy.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua taps into the immense generosity of Allah. It not only seeks to bring barakah (blessing and abundance) to the food you have, potentially making it sufficient, but it also cultivates empathy and generosity within us. By praying for those who don't have food, we are reminded of our own blessings and encouraged to be mindful of others' needs. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua to a man who brought him food when he was hungry, demonstrating its power to invoke divine provision and compassion.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Huraira: A man came to the Prophet (ﷺ) with some food and said: "O Allah's Messenger! I have brought some food for you." Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said: "O Allah, bless it for them, and make it of abundant provision for them." The man said: "I brought it for you, and I have left from it some for the two black ones (i.e. camels and servants)." Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said: "O Allah, bless it for them, and feed those who cannot have it." (Sahih Muslim 2055)