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 place our trust.
Bismillah wa lajna, wa bismillah kharajna, wa 'ala Allahi Rabbina tawakkalna.
When to Read
This dua is recited when entering your home, whether you've been out for a short while or a longer period. It's an invocation for Allah's protection and barakah (blessings) to fill your dwelling and its inhabitants, setting a peaceful tone for your time inside, especially as you prepare for rest.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and mindfulness as you cross the threshold of your home. Visualize the barakah of Allah entering with you. It's a beautiful practice to make this a consistent habit, turning a simple act into an opportunity for remembrance and seeking divine aid. Many scholars consider this narration to be Hasan.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua when entering your home invites Allah's presence and protection. It blesses your home and family, fostering an atmosphere of peace and security. By placing your trust in Allah ('ala Allah Rabbina tawakkalna), you acknowledge His sovereignty over all affairs, seeking His guidance and support for a restful sleep and overall well-being within your home. This establishes a spiritual connection with your dwelling, making it a sanctuary blessed by Allah.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Jabir ibn Abdullah (may Allah be pleased with him): I heard the Messenger of Allah ﷺ say: 'When a man enters his house and remembers Allah Most High 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 remember Allah Most High at the time of entering, Satan says: "You have found a place to pass the night." When he does not remember Allah Most High at the time of eating, Satan says: "You have found a place to pass the night and dinner."' (Sunan Abi Dawud 3764)