بِسْمِ اللَّهِ وَلَجْنَا ، وَبِسْمِ اللَّهِ خَرَجْنَا ، وَعَلَى اللَّهِ رَبِّنَا تَوَكَّلْنَا
In the name of Allah we enter, in the name of Allah we leave, and in Allah, our Lord, we place our trust.
Bismillahi walajna, wa bismillahi kharajna, wa 'alallahi Rabbina tawakkalna.
When to Read
This dua should be recited when entering your home. It's a beautiful way to begin your time within your sanctuary, acknowledging Allah's presence and seeking His blessings for your dwelling.
How to Read
Recite this supplication upon entering your home. Ideally, say it before you open the door or immediately after stepping inside. It's a practice that imbues your home with the remembrance of Allah from the very moment you cross its threshold.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua when entering your home is a Sunnah practice that invites Allah's protection and blessings. It signifies reliance on Allah (Tawakkul) for provision and well-being within your household, fostering a sense of peace and contentment. By starting with 'Bismillah,' you are invoking Allah's name, which brings barakah (blessings) and wards off evil.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Anas (may Allah be pleased with him): The Prophet (peace be upon him) said, 'When a man leaves his house and says: 'Bismillahi walajna, wa bismillahi kharajna, wa 'alallahi Rabbina tawakkalna,' (In the name of Allah we enter, in the name of Allah we leave, and in Allah, our Lord, we place our trust), it is said to him: 'You have been sufficed and protected,' and the Shaitan is kept away from him.' (Sunan Abi Dawud 3764, graded Hasan by some scholars)