الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَطْعَمَنِي هَذَا وَرَزَقَنِيهِ مِنْ غَيْرِ حَوْلٍ مِنِّي وَلَا قُوَّةٍ
All praise is due to Allah, Who has provided me with this (food) and bestowed it upon me without any might or power on my part.
Alhamdulillah alladhi at'amani hadha wa razaqanihi min ghayri hawlin minni wa la quwwah
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited after finishing a meal, especially one that has satisfied your hunger and nourished your body. It's a moment to pause and reflect on Allah's provision, acknowledging that even something as basic as food is a blessing that comes directly from Him.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and heartfelt gratitude after you've finished eating. While it's often said immediately after the last bite, the spirit of the dua – recognizing Allah's provision – can be present throughout your day whenever you eat or think about the food you have received.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses profound gratitude. It teaches us to recognize that our ability to eat, our access to food, and the nourishment it provides are all gifts from Allah. It trains the heart to be humble, acknowledging that we have no inherent power or strength to procure sustenance on our own. This humble acknowledgment is a key aspect of true appreciation for Allah's blessings.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: 'Whoever eats food and then says: 'Alhamdulillah alladhi at'amani hadha wa razaqanihi min ghayri hawlin minni wa la quwwah' (All praise is due to Allah, Who has provided me with this and bestowed it upon me without any might or power on my part), he will be forgiven his past sins.' (Sunan Abi Dawud 5105, Sunan At-Tirmidhi 3435, Sunan Ibn Majah 3285). Tirmidhi classified this hadith as Hasan Gharib.