بِسْمِ اللَّهِ، وَلَجْنَا، وَبِسْمِ اللَّهِ خَرَجْنَا، وَعَلَى رَبِّنَا تَوَكَّلْنَا
In the name of Allah, we enter, and in the name of Allah, we leave, and in Allah, our Lord, we place our trust.
Bismillah, walajna, wa bismillah kharajna, wa 'ala Rabbina tawakkalna.
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited when entering your home, whether it's the first time entering a new dwelling or simply returning after being away. It's a profound way to begin your time at home, grounding yourself in Allah's name and His protection.
How to Read
Recite this dua clearly and with sincerity as you step across the threshold of your home. It's a moment to pause, acknowledge Allah's blessings in providing you with shelter, and entrust your home and family to His care. Imagine yourself truly placing your reliance on Him as you utter these words.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua upon entering your home invokes Allah's blessings and protection. It signifies that your home is a place where Allah's name is remembered and His guidance is sought. By starting with 'Bismillah' (In the name of Allah), you imbue your entry with divine presence, warding off any negativity and inviting peace and barakah (abundance). The phrase 'wa 'ala Rabbina tawakkalna' (and in Allah, our Lord, we place our trust) reinforces your reliance on Him for the well-being of your household and for guiding your actions within it, fostering an environment that naturally encourages good deeds like charity and generosity, as these are actions rooted in seeking Allah's pleasure.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abdullah ibn Busr (may Allah be pleased with him) that when the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) used to enter his home, he would say: 'Bismillah, walajna, wa bismillah kharajna, wa 'ala Rabbina tawakkalna.' (In the name of Allah, we enter, and in the name of Allah, we leave, and in Allah, our Lord, we place our trust.)