بِسْمِ اللَّهِ وَلَجْنَا، وَبِسْمِ اللَّهِ خَرَجْنَا، وَعَلَى رَبِّنَا تَوَكَّلْنَا.
In Allah's name we enter, and in Allah's name we leave, and in our Lord we place our trust.
Bismillahi walajna, wa bismillahi kharajna, wa 'ala Rabbina tawakkalna.
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited upon entering your home. It's a moment to consciously turn to Allah, seeking His protection and blessings as you cross the threshold, leaving the outside world behind and entering your sanctuary. Think of it as an invocation for peace and security within your own walls.
How to Read
Recite this dua clearly and with intention as you physically enter your home. It's simple, yet profound. The key is mindfulness – remembering that Allah is with you in every step, every entry, and every exit. Pause for a moment, even if it's just a second, to truly feel the meaning of the words and the trust they convey.
Virtues & Benefits
By reciting this dua, you invoke Allah's name and His protection, essentially asking Him to bless your entry and safeguard your home. It signifies reliance on Allah, acknowledging that our safety and well-being, even within our homes, are ultimately from Him. This practice helps foster a sense of spiritual security, reminding us that no matter what challenges we face outside, our connection to Allah is our ultimate strength and refuge.
Source & Authentication
Anas narrated that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: When a man enters his house and mentions Allah the Mighty and Majestic at the time of his entry and at the time of his eating, Satan says: 'You (have) no place to spend the night and no food.' When he enters and does not mention Allah the Mighty and Majestic at the time of his entry, Satan says: 'You (have) found a place to spend the night.' And when he does not mention Allah the Mighty and Majestic at the time of his eating, Satan says: 'You (have) found a place to spend the night and food.' - Sahih Muslim 1805a. The specific phrasing for entering is 'Bismillahi walajna, wa bismillahi kharajna, wa 'ala Rabbina tawakkalna.' (In Allah's name we enter, and in Allah's name we leave, and in our Lord we place our trust.)