بِسْمِ اللهِ وَلَجْنَا، وَبِسْمِ اللهِ خَرَجْنَا، وَعَلَى اللهِ رَبِّنَا تَوَكَّلْنَا
In the name of Allah we enter, and in the name of Allah we leave, and in Allah, our Lord, we put our trust.
Bismillahi walajna, wa bismillahi kharajna, wa 'alallahi Rabbina tawakkalna.
When to Read
This dua is recited when entering one's home. It's a beautiful way to begin your time within your living space, setting a tone of remembrance and reliance on Allah from the very moment you cross the threshold. It acknowledges that both entering and exiting are done with Allah's name and blessing, fostering a sense of divine presence in your home.
How to Read
Recite this supplication sincerely as you are entering your home. It's a simple yet profound statement of faith, inviting Allah's protection and barakah (blessing) into your dwelling. Making it a habit transforms a mundane action into an act of worship, aligning your daily routines with Islamic teachings.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua not only seeks Allah's protection for your home but also imbues it with blessing and purpose. It reminds us that our homes are not merely physical spaces but extensions of our lives dedicated to Allah. When we enter with His name, we invite His peace and security, warding off any potential harm or negativity. It cultivates a proactive mindset towards making our homes places of worship, productivity, and spiritual growth, reflecting the sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ in seeking Allah's name in all our affairs.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Jabir (may Allah be pleased with him): I heard the Messenger of Allah ﷺ say: 'When a man enters his house and remembers Allah the Mighty and Majestic at the time of his entering and at the time of his eating, Satan says: 'You have no place to pass the night and no evening meal.' When he enters and does not remember Allah the Mighty and Majestic at the time of his entering, Satan says: 'You have found a place to spend the night.' When he eats and does not remember Allah the Mighty and Majestic, Satan says: 'You have found the evening meal.'