اللَّهُمَّ افْتَحْ لِي أَبْوَابَ رَحْمَتِكَ
O Allah, open for me the doors of Your mercy.
Allahumma iftah li abwaba rahmatik
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited upon entering the Masjid, aiming to invite Allah's mercy upon yourself and the specific gathering taking place. It's a moment to pause before engaging in worship or seeking knowledge, acknowledging that all blessings stem from Allah.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity as you enter the Masjid. It's traditionally recited with the right foot entering first. The intention should be to seek Allah's pleasure and benefit from the spiritual atmosphere and any lessons or discussions happening within the mosque.
Virtues & Benefits
By seeking Allah's mercy upon entering the Masjid, we are inviting divine favor and protection. This specific intention can elevate our worship and learning, making the gathering a source of immense spiritual benefit. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: 'When one of you enters the Masjid, he should say: O Allah, open the doors of Your mercy for me.' This implies that the Masjid is a place where Allah's mercy is abundant, and seeking it directly is a way to tap into that.
Source & Authentication
عَنْ أَبِي حُمَيْدٍ السَّاعِدِيِّ أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ قَالَ: «إِذَا دَخَلَ أَحَدُكُمُ الْمَسْجِدَ فَلْيَقُلْ: اللَّهُمَّ افْتَحْ لِي أَبْوَابَ رَحْمَتِكَ»