اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ خَيْرَ الْمَوْلِجِ وَخَيْرَ الْمَخْرَجِ، بِاسْمِ اللَّهِ وَلَجْنَا، وَبِاسْمِ اللَّهِ خَرَجْنَا، وَعَلَى اللَّهِ رَبِّنَا تَوَكَّلْنَا. اللَّهُمَّ افْتَحْ لَنَا أَبْوَابَ رَحْمَتِكَ وَمَغْفِرَتِكَ.
O Allah, I ask You for the best of entrance and the best of exit. In Allah's name we enter, and in Allah's name we leave, and in Allah our Lord we place our trust. O Allah, open for us the doors of Your mercy and forgiveness.
Allahumma inni as'aluka khayral mawlaji wa khayral makhraj, bismillahi walajna, wa bismillahi kharajna, wa 'alallahi Rabbina tawakkalna. Allahumma iftah lana abwaba rahmatik wa maghfiratik.
When to Read
This dua is recommended to be recited upon entering one's home, whether it's the main residence or any other dwelling. It encompasses both entering and exiting, signifying a comprehensive reliance on Allah throughout our comings and goings.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and full presence. Begin by invoking Allah's name as you enter, acknowledging His protection and provision. Make the supplication with a hopeful heart, seeking His abundant mercy and forgiveness. It is also beneficial to utter 'Bismillah' (In the name of Allah) before entering.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua upon entering your home invokes Allah's blessings for a safe and peaceful dwelling. It affirms your tawakkul (reliance) on Allah for both your physical and spiritual well-being. By asking for the 'best of entrance and exit', you are seeking Allah's favor in all aspects of your home life, from the moment you step inside to when you leave. The specific request for 'doors of Your mercy and forgiveness' highlights the importance of seeking Allah's divine grace for ourselves and our families within the sanctity of our homes.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abdullah ibn Busr: The Prophet ﷺ, when he came to his house, used to say: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka khayral mawlaji wa khayral makhraj, bismillahi walajna, wa bismillahi kharajna, wa 'alallahi Rabbina tawakkalna.' (O Allah, I ask You for the best of entrance and the best of exit. In Allah's name we enter, and in Allah's name we leave, and in Allah our Lord we place our trust.) And when he left, he would say something similar. (Sunan Abi Dawud 5098, Sunan Ibn Majah 3897)