أَعُوذُ بِاللَّهِ العَظِيمِ وَبِوَجْهِهِ الكَرِيمِ وَبِسُلْطَانِهِ القَدِيمِ مِنَ الشَّيْطَانِ الرَّجِيمِ اللَّهُمَّ افْتَحْ لِي أَبْوَابَ رَحْمَتِكَ
I seek refuge in Allah the Almighty, and by His Noble Face, and by His Eternal Authority, from the accursed Satan. O Allah, open for me the doors of Your mercy.
A'udhu billahil-azeem wa biwajhihil-kareem wa bi-sultanihil-qadeem minash-shaytanir-rajeem. Allahumma-ftah li abwaba rahmatik.
When to Read
This dua is recited upon entering the masjid. It's a beautiful practice that reminds us we are entering a sacred space, seeking Allah's blessings and protection from negative influences as we prepare for prayer or remembrance.
How to Read
As you approach the masjid, pause for a moment. With intention, step forward with your right foot, reciting this supplication. The emphasis is on entering with reverence, starting with the right side which is generally preferred in Islamic etiquette for good deeds, and seeking Allah's vast mercy.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua signifies our acknowledgment of Allah's immense power and our need for His mercy as we enter His house. It's a way of invoking protection against whispers of Satan and opening ourselves to the spiritual benefits and blessings the masjid offers, such as increased faith, peace, and closeness to Allah.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abdullah bin Abi Salamah, from his father, who said: 'When the Prophet ﷺ entered the Masjid, he would invoke Allah for protection from Satan the accursed...' He mentioned the dua. Then he said: 'When he exited, he would say similar words, changing 'open for me the doors of Your mercy' to 'open for me the doors of provision.'