Dua & Sunnah

Dua for Water: Remembering Allah's Blessing Before a Drink

Before Eating
Hasan HadithSunan Abi Dawud 376

الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي جَعَلَ الْمَاءَ طَهُورًا وَلَمْ يَجْعَلْهُ مِلْحًا أُجَاجًا بِرَحْمَتِهِ

All praise is due to Allah, Who made water pure and did not make it salty and bitter, by His mercy.

Al-hamdulillah alladhi ja'ala al-ma'a tahooran wa lam yaj'alhu milhan ujajan bi rah-matihi

When to Read

This beautiful dua is recited after drinking water. It's a perfect way to pause and acknowledge the immense blessing of water before it even reaches our lips, reminding us of its life-giving properties and Allah's boundless mercy.

How to Read

Take your time with this dua. After finishing your drink, pause for a moment, reflect on the translation, and then recite it with sincerity. It's not just about the words, but the recognition of Allah's grace in providing something so fundamental to our existence.

Virtues & Benefits

This dua cultivates immense gratitude for a blessing we often take for granted. It connects the simple act of drinking water to Allah's mercy, reminding us that even the most basic necessities are gifts from Him. It shifts our perspective from mere consumption to conscious appreciation, fostering contentment and thankfulness.

Source & Authentication

The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: ‘When he drank, he would say: All praise is due to Allah, Who made water pure and did not make it salty and bitter, by His mercy.’ (Sunan Abi Dawud 376). This hadith highlights the Prophet’s ﷺ practice of remembering Allah even for the simplest of acts, turning them into opportunities for gratitude and remembrance.
Hasan HadithSunan Abi Dawud 376
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