الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ رَبِّ الْعَالَمِينَ حَمْدًا كَثِيرًا طَيِّبًا مُبَارَكًا فِيهِ اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّكَ قُلْتَ وَأَنْتَ خَيْرُ الْقَائِلِينَ: {وَأَتِمُّوا الْحَجَّ وَالْعُمْرَةَ لِلَّهِ} [البقرة: 196] اللَّهُمَّ تَقَبَّلْ مِنِّي رَبَّنَا آتِنَا فِي الدُّنْيَا حَسَنَةً وَفِي الْآخِرَةِ حَسَنَةً وَقِنَا عَذَابَ النَّارِ
All praise is due to Allah, the Lord of the worlds, abundant, good, and blessed praise. O Allah, You said, and You are the best of those who say: {And complete the Hajj and Umrah for Allah}. O Allah, accept it from me. Our Lord, give us in this world [that which is] good and in the Hereafter [that which is] good and protect us from the punishment of the Fire.
Al-hamdulillah Rabbil 'alamin hamdan kathiran tayyiban mubarakan fih. Allahumma innaka qulta wa anta khairul qā'ilīn: {Wa atimmu l-hajja wal 'umrata lillāh}. Allahumma taqabbal minni. Rabbana atina fid-dunya hasanah wa fil-akhirati hasanah wa qina 'adhaban nar.
When to Read
This dua is most fitting to recite immediately after completing the rituals of Hajj or Umrah, as you prepare to leave or shortly after. It's a moment of profound gratitude for having been granted the ability to perform these blessed acts of worship, and a plea for their acceptance. It can also be recited during the journey home, reflecting on the spiritual journey you've undertaken.
How to Read
Recite with sincerity and a heart full of gratitude. Remember the immense blessings Allah has bestowed upon you by allowing you to perform Hajj or Umrah. Reflect on each word, acknowledging Allah's perfection in His commands and His immense mercy. You can raise your hands slightly in supplication as you offer this dua, a sign of humility and hope.
Virtues & Benefits
Completing Hajj or Umrah is a monumental spiritual achievement, often seen as a path to forgiveness of sins and a renewed connection with Allah. This dua encapsulates the essence of gratitude, acknowledging the divine enablement and seeking acceptance. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us the importance of seeking Allah's acceptance for our good deeds. The inclusion of the verse {Wa atimmu l-hajja wal 'umrata lillāh} directly reminds us of the divine command, further enhancing the significance of our completion and acceptance. The supplication for goodness in this life and the hereafter (Rabbana atina...) is a comprehensive dua that benefits us in all aspects of our existence, especially after a journey of intense worship.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Ibn `Umar (may Allah be pleased with him): The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "(The performance of) `Umrah is an expiation for the period between it and the next `Umrah; and Hajj Mabrur (pilgrimage free from sin) yields no reward cheaper than Paradise." Sahih al-Bukhari 1773 *Note: While the primary dua is a synthesis of teachings and a direct response to the command to complete Hajj/Umrah, this related hadith highlights the immense value and reward associated with these acts, underscoring the need for gratitude and seeking acceptance.*