بِسْمِ اللهِ وَلَجْنَا، وَبِسْمِ اللهِ خَرَجْنَا، وَعَلَى رَبِّنَا تَوَكَّلْنَا
In the name of Allah we enter, and in the name of Allah we leave, and in Allah, our Lord, we put our trust.
Bismillahi walajna, wa bismillahi kharajna, wa 'ala Rabbina tawakkalna
When to Read
This beautiful supplication is recited when entering your home. It's a gentle reminder to begin any action, especially returning to our sanctuary, with the remembrance of Allah. By saying this, we consciously invite Allah's presence and blessing into our home, seeking His protection from any negativity that might have been picked up from the outside world.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a humble heart as you physically enter your home. Take a moment to reflect on the meaning as you say it. It's a practice that imbues our homes with spiritual peace and wards off ill influences, setting a positive tone from the moment we cross the threshold.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua at home's entrance is like raising a spiritual shield. It invokes Allah's name, ensuring that our entry is blessed and protected. The mention of tawakkul (reliance on Allah) signifies our complete trust in His safeguarding. This practice helps to maintain a serene and secure atmosphere within the home, keeping it free from harm and negative energies.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Anas (may Allah be pleased with him): The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said: 'When a man enters his house and remembers Allah Almighty at the time of his entry and at the time of his eating, Satan says: "You have no place to pass the night and no food." When he enters without remembering Allah Almighty, Satan says: "You have found a place to pass the night." And when he does not remember Allah Almighty at the time of his eating, Satan says: "You have found a place to pass the night and food."' This hadith is narrated by Muslim (1980) and Abu Dawud (3764) with slight variations in wording, and it is considered Hasan.