اللَّهُمَّ أَطْعِمْ مَنْ أَطْعَمَنِي وَاسْقِ مَنْ سَقَانِي
O Allah, feed the one who fed me and give drink to the one who gave me drink.
Allahumma at'im man at'amani wasqi man saqani
When to Read
This supplication is recommended to be recited by a sick person when someone offers them food. It's a beautiful way to acknowledge the kindness of the provider and to invoke Allah's blessings upon them in return.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and gratitude before starting to eat the food offered. It's best to say it in Arabic if you can, but the intention and meaning are key. Focus on the feeling of appreciation for the person who took the time and effort to prepare or bring you food while you are unwell.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua embodies the Islamic principle of reciprocating kindness and invoking blessings for others. By asking Allah to provide for the one who fed you, you are not only showing gratitude but also performing an act of dua, which is highly rewarded in Islam. It fosters goodwill and strengthens community bonds, especially during times of need. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us to respond to kindness with even greater kindness, and this dua is a perfect reflection of that.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: 'The food of two people is enough for three, and the food of three people is enough for four.' He also said: 'The food of four people is enough for four.' Abu Hurairah said: 'And I heard him say: O Allah, feed the one who fed me, and give drink to the one who gave me drink.' (Sahih Muslim 2055)