اللَّهُمَّ افْتَحْ لِي أَبْوَابَ رَحْمَتِكَ
O Allah, open for me the gates of Your mercy.
Allahumma aftah li abwaba rahmatik
When to Read
This dua is recited upon entering the Masjid, specifically when intending to pray or engage in worship within its sacred confines. It's a beautiful way to begin your spiritual journey in the house of Allah, asking for His divine mercy to be upon you as you enter.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity as you step into the Masjid, preferably with your right foot. Imagine the gates of Allah's boundless mercy opening for you. The intention is key – asking Allah for acceptance and benefit from your time spent in His house.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication seeks Allah's mercy, which is the source of all blessings and acceptance. By asking for the gates of mercy to be opened, we are essentially asking for our prayers, our remembrance of Allah, and our entire time in the Masjid to be accepted and rewarded. It sets a positive and humble tone for our worship, reminding us that all good comes from Allah's grace.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: 'When any one of you enters the mosque, he should say: Allahumma aftah li abwaba rahmatik (O Allah, open for me the gates of Your mercy). And when he leaves the mosque, he should say: Allahumma inni as'aluka min fadlik (O Allah, I ask for Your bounty).'