اللَّهُمَّ افْتَحْ لِي أَبْوَابَ رَحْمَتِكَ
O Allah, open to me the doors of Your mercy.
Allahumma iftah li abwaba rahmatik
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited upon entering the Masjid, beginning your spiritual journey within its sacred walls. As you step across the threshold, you are consciously seeking Allah's divine presence and guidance, acknowledging that your strength to overcome personal struggles comes solely from Him.
How to Read
Recite this supplication with sincerity as you enter the mosque. Imagine yourself physically and spiritually stepping into a space of immense blessing, where Allah's mercy is abundant. Pause for a moment to reflect on your personal weaknesses and sincerely ask Allah to aid you in conquering them.
Virtues & Benefits
By reciting this dua, you are actively engaging with Allah's attributes of mercy and opening yourself to His blessings. The Masjid is a house of Allah, a place where supplications are readily accepted. Asking for His mercy upon entering signifies your intention to seek His help in all aspects of your life, including the internal battles you face with your own shortcomings. It transforms the act of entering the mosque into a profound moment of seeking divine assistance.
Source & Authentication
Anas (may Allah be pleased with him) reported: The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said: When any one of you performs the Wudu' and then intends for the mosque, he is in the state of Ihram (for Umrah or Hajj) until he enters the mosque. And the mosque is in the neighbourhood of Allah, and the one who visits the neighbour of Allah, it is incumbent upon the visitor to honour the neighbour. And the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said: 'When one of you enters the mosque, he should say: O Allah, open to me the doors of Your mercy.' And when he goes out of it, he should say: O Allah, I ask of Thee some of Thy bounty.