اَللّٰهُمَّ بَارِكْ لَنَا فِيهِ، وَأَطْعِمْنَا خَيْرًا مِنْهُ
O Allah, bless us in it and feed us better than it.
Allahumma barik lana fihi, wa at'imna khayran minhu.
When to Read
This dua is recited before eating. It's a simple yet profound supplication asking Allah to bring barakah (blessing) into the food we are about to consume, and to provide us with something even better than it in the future. It acknowledges that all sustenance comes from Him and seeks His favour upon it.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and focus before starting your meal. It's customary to say 'Bismillah' (In the name of Allah) before starting to eat, and this dua can be recited immediately after, or as part of the intention before taking the first bite. Imagine the barakah of Allah infusing the food, making it not just nourishing but also a source of spiritual and physical well-being.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates a core Islamic principle: seeking Allah's blessing in all aspects of life, including our sustenance. By asking for barakah, we invite goodness and sufficiency. Asking Allah to feed us better than it is a sign of our contentment and trust in His continuous provision, acknowledging that even good food is temporary, and Allah's blessings are eternal. It cultivates gratitude and a deeper connection to our Creator with every meal.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Anas bin Malik that the Messenger of Allah ﷺ said: 'When Allah gives one of you food, let him say: Allahumma barik lana fihi, wa at'imna khayran minhu. (O Allah, bless us in it and feed us better than it). And if Allah gives one of you milk to drink, let him say: Allahumma barik lana fihi, wa zidna minhu. (O Allah, bless us in it and increase us in it). For indeed, nothing can replace food and drink except other food and drink.'