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, as taught by our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. It's a gentle reminder to begin everything with Allah's name, acknowledging His presence and blessings in our lives and our dwelling places.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and mindfulness as you cross the threshold of your home. It's simple, yet profound. The act of saying it anchors your entry in remembrance of Allah, setting a positive and protected atmosphere within.
Virtues & Benefits
By invoking Allah's name upon entering your home, you are seeking His protection and blessings for your household. This practice helps to ward off negative influences and fosters an environment free from hypocrisy and falsehood, as the Prophet ﷺ taught us that the houses where Allah's name is remembered are blessed. It reminds us that our homes are sanctuaries built upon reliance on Allah (tawakkul).
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Anas bin Malik (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Messenger of Allah ﷺ said: 'When a man goes into his house, he should say: 'Bismillahi walajna, wa bismillahi kharajna, wa 'ala Rabbina tawakkalna' (In the name of Allah we enter, and in the name of Allah we leave, and upon our Lord we depend). And when he eats, he should say: 'Bismillahi wa 'ala barakatillah' (In the name of Allah and by the blessings of Allah).' (Sunan Abi Dawud 3765. Sahih according to Al-Albani)