بِسْمِ اللَّهِ، وَلَجْنَا، وَبِسْمِ اللَّهِ خَرَجْنَا، وَعَلَى اللَّهِ 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.
Bismillahi walajna, wa bismillahi kharajna, wa 'alallahi Rabbina tawakkalna
When to Read
This dua is recited upon entering your home. It's a beautiful way to begin your time within your personal sanctuary, invoking Allah's name and seeking His protection and blessings.
How to Read
Recite this dua as you are about to enter your home. It's an act of remembrance that sets the tone for your presence inside. The emphasis is on sincerity and focus, remembering that you are entering under Allah's care.
Virtues & Benefits
Invoking Allah's name ('Bismillah') at the start of any action is a Sunnah that brings His blessings and protection. This specific dua for entering home asks for Allah's guidance and trust in Him as we step into our personal space. It reminds us that our homes, like all our affairs, should be dedicated to Allah, fostering an environment of honesty and integrity by acknowledging His constant presence and oversight.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Jabir bin Abdullah (may Allah be pleased with him), the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: 'When a man enters his house and mentions Allah at the time of entering and at the time of eating, Satan says: 'You have no place to pass the night and no dinner.' When he enters and does not mention the name of Allah at the time of entering, Satan says: 'You have found a place to spend the night.' And when he does not mention the name of Allah at the time of eating, Satan says: 'You have found a place to spend the night and dinner.'