سُبْحَانَكَ اللَّهُمَّ وَبِحَمْدِكَ، أَشْهَدُ أَنْ لاَ إِلَهَ إِلاَّ أَنْتَ، أَسْتَغْفِرُكَ وَأَتُوبُ إِلَيْكَ.
Glory be to You, O Allah, and praise be to You. I bear witness that there is no god but You. I seek Your forgiveness and turn to You in repentance.
Subhanakallahumma wa bihamdika, ash-hadu an la ilaha illa anta, astaghfiruka wa atubu ilayk.
When to Read
This dua is beautifully suited for the end of any gathering, whether it's a family meal, a study circle, a meeting, or even just a casual get-together. It's a way to purify any shortcomings that might have occurred during the interaction and to seek Allah's acceptance of the time spent together.
How to Read
Recite this dua at the conclusion of your assembly. Say it with sincere intention, reflecting on the meaning of seeking Allah's glory, acknowledging His uniqueness, and asking for His forgiveness. It’s often said three times for emphasis, as was the practice of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Virtues & Benefits
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: 'Whoever says these words at the end of a gathering, it will be an expiation for whatever happened in that gathering.' (Sunan Abi Dawud 4860). This means it acts as a spiritual cleanse, covering any unintentional wrongdoings, idle talk, or mistakes made during the time spent together, ensuring that the gathering is a source of good, not regret.
Source & Authentication
The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said: 'Whoever sits in a gathering and engages in much idle talk, and then says before leaving: *Subhanakallahumma wa bihamdika, ash-hadu an la ilaha illa anta, astaghfiruka wa atubu ilayk* (Glory be to You, O Allah, and praise be to You. I bear witness that there is no god but You. I seek Your forgiveness and turn to You in repentance.), it will be an expiation for whatever happened in that gathering.' (Sunan Abi Dawud 4860; graded Sahih by Al-Albani)