بِسْمِ اللَّهِ، وَلَجْنَا، وَبِسْمِ اللَّهِ خَرَجْنَا، وَعَلَى رَبِّنَا تَوَكَّلْنَا
In the name of Allah we enter, and in the name of Allah we leave, and upon our Lord we depend.
Bismillahi walajna, wa bismillahi kharajna, wa 'ala Rabbina tawakkalna.
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited when entering your home. It's a gentle reminder that our actions, both entering and leaving, are done with Allah's name and in reliance upon Him. It sets a tone of mindfulness and gratitude right at the threshold of our personal space.
How to Read
Recite this sincerely upon entering your home. Pause for a moment, feel the weight of the words, and intend for Allah's name to bless your entry and your dwelling. It's a simple act, but profound in its intention and connection to Allah.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua imbues our homes with Allah's protection and blessings. It fosters a habit of remembering Allah in our daily routines, turning ordinary actions into acts of worship. This practice aligns with the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, who emphasized remembering Allah at all times and in all situations. By invoking His name, we seek His safeguarding from any negativity and invite His mercy upon our families and our abode. It also cultivates a sense of humility and dependence on Allah for our well-being.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abu Malik Al-Ash'ari: The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: 'When a man enters his house, he should say: 'O Allah, I ask You for good at the entrance and good at the departure in the name of Allah we enter, and in the name of Allah we leave, and upon our Lord we depend.' Then, when he eats, he should say: 'In the name of Allah.' And when he finishes, he should say: 'O Allah, this is from You and to You.' And when he wakes up, he should say: 'Praise be to Allah Who has brought us back to life after bringing us death, and to Him is the resurrection.' And when he dresses, he should say: 'Praise be to Allah Who has clothed me with this (garment) and provided it for me without any might or power from myself.'