اَلْحَمْدُ لِلّٰهِ عَلَى نِعْمَتِهِ وَعَلَى مَا وَفَّقَنَا لَهُ مِنْ خَيْرٍ
All praise is due to Allah for His blessings, and for what He has enabled us to do of good.
Al-hamdu lillahi 'ala ni'matihi wa 'ala ma waffaqana lahu min khayr.
When to Read
This dua is perfect for reciting immediately after completing a project, whether it's a work assignment, an academic endeavor, or any significant task. It's a moment to pause and acknowledge that the success wasn't solely due to our efforts, but a gift from Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta'ala). You can say it privately or share it with your team.
How to Read
Recite this with sincerity, raising your hands slightly if possible, and with a heart full of genuine appreciation. Reflect on the journey of the project – the challenges you overcame and the successful outcome. Expressing gratitude is an act of worship that strengthens our connection with Allah.
Virtues & Benefits
Expressing gratitude for Allah's help in accomplishing good deeds earns His pleasure and encourages further blessings. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) taught us this very expression to acknowledge His guidance in enabling us to do good. It fosters humility and reminds us of our dependence on Allah, which is a key aspect of faith.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said: 'No one among you has said: > Arabic: اَلْحَمْدُ لِلّٰهِ عَلَى نِعْمَتِهِ وَعَلَى مَا وَفَّقَنَا لَهُ مِنْ خَيْرٍ > Transliteration: *Al-hamdu lillahi 'ala ni'matihi wa 'ala ma waffaqana lahu min khayr.* > Translation: All praise is due to Allah for His blessings, and for what He has enabled us to do of good. …except that it is better than the whole world and all that is in it.' — Sunan Ibn Majah 3850. Graded Hasan by scholars.