اللَّهُمَّ بَارِكْ لَنَا فِيهِ، وَأَطْعِمْنَا خَيْرًا مِنْهُ
O Allah, bless for us in it (this food) and feed us (something) better than it.
Allahumma barik lana fihi, wa at'imna khayran minhu.
When to Read
This dua is recited before eating, especially when the food is a blessing from Allah. It's a beautiful supplication to acknowledge the source of our sustenance and ask for continued blessings and even better provision in the future, fostering gratitude and dependence on Allah.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and presence of mind before beginning to eat. It is recommended to start eating with the right hand, and if one forgets to recite it before starting, they can recite it as soon as they remember, saying: "بِسْمِ اللهِ أَوَّلَهُ وَآخِرَهُ" (Bismillah awwalahu wa akhirahu - In the name of Allah at the beginning and at the end of it).
Virtues & Benefits
This dua reminds us that all blessings, including food, come from Allah. By asking for Barakah (blessing) in our food, we acknowledge His provision. The request for better sustenance in the future reflects our reliance on Him and our desire for what is good in this life and the next. It cultivates taqwa by making us mindful of Allah's gifts and our need for them, thereby strengthening our faith and gratitude.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: 'If any of you eats food, he should say: Allahumma barik lana fihi, wa at'imna khayran minhu. (O Allah, bless for us in it, and feed us something better than it). And if he is asked for food, and it is served, he should say: Allahumma akthir lana, wa barik lana fihi, wa at'imna khayran minhu. (O Allah, increase for us, and bless for us in it, and feed us something better than it).'