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 I turn to You in repentance.
Subhanakallahumma wa bihamdik, ash-hadu an la ilaha illa ant, astaghfiruka wa atubu ilaik.
When to Read
This beautiful dua is a powerful way to conclude any gathering, whether it's a family dinner, a study circle, a business meeting, or any time we are in the company of others. It's especially fitting after discussions or when parting ways, acting as a spiritual 'clean-up' for any shortcomings in our speech or conduct. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us to recite this after a session of talk, ensuring we leave with Allah's forgiveness and acknowledge His perfection.
How to Read
Recite this sincerely, with reflection on the meaning. It’s typically said towards the end of a gathering, often just before everyone departs. The Prophet ﷺ would say it three times at the end of gatherings, emphasizing its importance. Ensure you are facing the Qiblah if possible, though the essence is the sincerity of the heart.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a profound spiritual cleanse for any gathering. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ stated that whoever recites this at the end of a gathering, it will be an expiation for them for whatever may have happened (inadvertently) in that gathering. This includes any idle talk, backbiting, or even unintentional mistakes in our speech or actions. It's a means of seeking Allah's forgiveness and ensuring that the time spent together is a source of blessing, not regret. It acknowledges Allah's absolute perfection and our reliance on His mercy.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Hurairah: The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said: "Whoever sits in a gathering and engages in much idle talk, and then says before leaving: ‘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.’ Then that which was said in the gathering will be an expiation for him." (Sunan Abi Dawud 4860)