بِسْمِ اللَّهِ وَلَجْنَا وَبِسْمِ اللَّهِ خَرَجْنَا وَعَلَى اللَّهِ رَبِّنَا تَوَكَّلْنَا اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ خَيْرَ المَدْخَلِ وَخَيْرَ المَخْرَجِ، بِسْمِ اللَّهِ أَسْأَلُكَ رَجَاءً أَنْ تُبَارِكَ لَنَا فِي أَهْلِنَا وَمَا لَنَا وَأَنْ تُوَسِّعَ عَلَيْنَا رِزْقَنَا وَأَنْ تُعِينَنَا عَلَى شُكْرِكَ وَذِكْرِكَ فِي أَنْفُسِنَا وَأَنْ تُحْفِظَنَا مِنْ كُلِّ سُوءٍ.
In the name of Allah, we enter and in the name of Allah, we leave, and in Allah, our Lord, we place our trust. O Allah, I ask of You the best of entrance and the best of exit. In the name of Allah, I ask, hoping that You will bless our family and our possessions, and expand for us our sustenance, and help us to thank You and remember You within ourselves, and protect us from all evil.
Bismillahi walajna wa bismillahi kharajna wa 'alallahi Rabbana tawakkalna. Allahumma inni as'aluka khayr al-madkhali wa khayr al-makhraji, bismillahi as'aluka raja'an an tubarika lana fi ahlina wa ma lana wa an tuwassi'a 'alayna rizqana wa an tu'inana 'ala shukrika wa dhikrika fi anfusina wa an tahfazana min kulli su'
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited when entering your home, whether it's your primary residence or any other place you are entering, signifying a fresh start and seeking divine presence. It's a perfect way to transition from the outside world into your personal space, setting a tone of reliance on Allah for all aspects of your life within that dwelling.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and focus upon entering your home. Pause for a moment, acknowledging Allah's presence and your dependence on Him. You can raise your hands slightly while reciting, as is customary with some duas, though it is not a strict requirement for this particular supplication. It's important to reflect on the meaning of the words as you speak them, internalizing the request for blessings, provision, and protection.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua invites Allah's blessings (barakah) into your home, extending to your family and wealth. It acknowledges your reliance on Allah for your provision (rizq) and asks for increase. Crucially, it is a supplication for the ability to remain mindful of Allah – to be grateful for His favors and to remember Him in your daily life within the home, which is a foundation for productive and righteous living. It also seeks Allah's protection from all harm and evil, both seen and unseen, creating a sanctuary of peace and security.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Jabir bin 'Abdillah (may Allah be pleased with him): I heard the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) say: 'When a man enters his house and remembers Allah at the time of his entry and at the time of his meal, Satan says: 'You have no place to spend the night and no food.' When he enters and does not remember Allah at the time of his entry, Satan says: 'You have found a place to spend the night.' And when he does not remember Allah at the time of his meal, Satan says: 'You have found a place to spend the night and food.' (Sahih Muslim 2018). While this hadith speaks of remembering Allah generally, specific duas like the one above encapsulate this remembrance. The dua cited in the entry is a more comprehensive supplication for entering and relates to seeking good and blessings upon entry.