بِسْمِ اللهِ وَلَجْنَا، وَبِسْمِ اللهِ 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 trust.
Bismillahi walajna, wa bismillahi kharajna, wa 'ala Rabbina tawakkalna.
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited when entering your home. It's a moment to consciously bring Allah's name and presence into your personal space, setting a tone of remembrance and reliance from the very threshold.
How to Read
Recite this phrase with sincerity as you step into your home. It's a simple yet profound declaration of faith, acknowledging Allah's protection and guidance in all our comings and goings. The intention behind it is key – to infuse your home with blessings.
Virtues & Benefits
Invoking Allah's name at the entrance of our homes is a Sunnah that invites His blessings and protection. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us this dua to ensure that our homes are a place of peace, security, and remembrance of Allah. It signifies that we are entering under His care, seeking His favor for our family and our dwelling. This practice helps in keeping Shayateen (devils) away and fosters an environment where good manners and Islamic etiquette can flourish, as the very act of entering is done with awareness of Allah.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Jabir bin Abdullah (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: 'When a man enters his house and remembers Allah upon entering and upon eating, Shaytan says: 'You have no place to spend the night and no food.' When he enters and does not remember Allah upon entering, Shaytan says: 'You have found a place to spend the night.' And when he does not remember Allah upon eating, Shaytan says: 'You have found a place to spend the night and the food.' (Sunan Abi Dawud 3764, Sunan Ibn Majah 3890).