Dua & Sunnah

Dua for Entering Home: Seeking Allah's Blessings

Entering Home
Hasan HadithSunan Abi Dawud 3764

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 trust.

Bismillahi walajna, wa bismillahi kharajna, wa 'alallahi Rabbina tawakkalna.

When to Read

This beautiful supplication is recited every time you enter your home, whether alone or with family. It's a way to bring Allah's presence into your living space and ensure His protection and blessings surround your household.

How to Read

Recite this dua clearly with sincerity as you cross the threshold of your home. It’s a simple yet profound practice, invoking Allah's name at the beginning of your entry, setting a tone of reliance and gratitude for the shelter He has provided.

Virtues & Benefits

Reciting this dua with conviction invites Allah's protection over your home and family. It signifies your reliance on Him for safety, sustenance, and peace within your dwelling. This practice reminds us that everything we do should commence with Allah's name, seeking His guidance and barakah (blessings) in all our endeavors, including the simple act of entering our homes.

Source & Authentication

It was narrated from Anas that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: 'When a man enters his house, he should say: 'Bismillahi walajna, wa bismillahi kharajna, wa 'alallahi Rabbina tawakkalna.' (In the name of Allah we enter, and in the name of Allah we leave, and in Allah our Lord we trust.) Then when he calls his family, he should greet them with the Salam.'
Hasan HadithSunan Abi Dawud 3764
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