اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ خَيْرَ الْمَوْلَجِ وَخَيْرَ الْمَخْرَجِ بِاسْمِ اللَّهِ وَلَجْنَا وَبِاسْمِ اللَّهِ خَرَجْنَا وَعَلَى اللَّهِ رَبَّنَا تَوَكَّلْنَا
O Allah, I ask of You the best of entry and the best of exit. In Allah's name we enter, in Allah's name we leave, and in Allah, our Lord, we trust.
Allahumma inni as'aluka khayr al-mawliji wa khayr al-makhraji. Bismillahi walajna, wa bismillahi kharajna, wa 'ala Allah Rabbana tawakkalna.
When to Read
This dua is recited upon entering any home, whether it is your own residence, a relative's house, or any other dwelling. It is a beautiful way to begin your presence in a place by remembering Allah and seeking His blessings and protection. It's particularly poignant when entering a home where a loved one may have passed, as it invokes Allah's mercy and reminds us of our reliance on Him in all circumstances, including those touched by grief.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely with the intention of seeking Allah's blessings and protection. It is ideally recited verbally, but its spirit can be carried in the heart even when speaking is not possible. The key is the remembrance of Allah (dhikr) and the reliance (tawakkul) it signifies.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua when entering a home brings Allah's blessings and protection to the place and its inhabitants. It affirms our complete trust in Allah for both our comings and goings. When considering a home that has experienced loss, this dua serves as a profound reminder that Allah's mercy encompasses all, and our trust in Him remains steadfast even in times of sorrow. It fosters a sense of peace and security, acknowledging that our safety and well-being are ultimately in Allah's hands.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abdullah ibn Busr (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: 'If any one of you goes to his home, he should say: Allahumma inni as'aluka khayr al-mawliji wa khayr al-makhraji. Bismillahi walajna, wa bismillahi kharajna, wa 'ala Allah Rabbana tawakkalna. (O Allah, I ask of You the best of entry and the best of exit. In Allah's name we enter, in Allah's name we leave, and in Allah, our Lord, we trust.) And if he eats, he should say: Bismillahi wa 'ala Barakatillah. (In the name of Allah and with the blessings of Allah.) And if he speaks, he should say: Bismillahi wa fi sabilillah. (In the name of Allah and in the cause of Allah.) And if he walks, he should say: Bismillahi Tawakkaltu 'ala Allah. (In the name of Allah, I rely on Allah.)'