اللَّهُمَّ بَارِكْ لَنَا فِيمَا رَزَقْتَنَا وَاقْفِنَا عَذَابَ النَّارِ
O Allah, bless us in what You have provided us and protect us from the punishment of the Fire.
Allahumma barik lana fima razaqtana waqfina 'adhaban-nar
When to Read
This dua is recited before partaking in any meal or drink. It is a beautiful way to acknowledge Allah's provision and ask for protection.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and presence of mind before starting to eat. It is a supplication to Allah, so one should face the food and speak with humility.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses a request for blessings in the sustenance provided by Allah, acknowledging it as a gift. It also includes a profound plea for protection from the Hellfire, linking our worldly provisions to our ultimate accountability. By asking for blessings in our food, we seek that it nourishes us in body and soul, strengthening our resolve to obey Allah. The request for protection from the Fire highlights our awareness of our need for Allah's mercy in this life and the next.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abdullah ibn Mughaffal (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said: "Whoever says 'Bismillah' before eating and then says: 'Allahumma barik lana fima razaqtana waqfina 'adhaban-nar' (O Allah, bless us in what You have provided us and protect us from the punishment of the Fire), then if he is eating from a company, it will be forgiven for them. And if he eats alone, it will be forgiven for him." (Sahih Muslim 2044)