الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي بِنِعْمَتِهِ تَتِمُّ الصَّالِحَاتُ
All praise is due to Allah, by Whose grace good deeds are completed.
Alhamdulillah alladhi bi-ni'matihi tatimmus-salihāt
When to Read
This beautiful expression of gratitude is perfect for when you've made a mistake, faltered, or found yourself in a difficult situation, only to be given an opportunity to rectify it or try again. It's a perfect way to acknowledge Allah's mercy when a door closes and another opens, or when you're given the strength and clarity to move forward after a stumble.
How to Read
Recite this statement with a sincere heart, focusing on the blessings of Allah. It's not just a set of words, but an acknowledgment of His continuous favor. Say it after completing a good deed, or simply as a reflection when you realize Allah has granted you another opportunity. Feel the gratitude welling up within you as you utter these words.
Virtues & Benefits
This statement is a profound recognition of Allah's perfect grace. It teaches us to attribute the completion and success of our good deeds, and indeed all favorable outcomes, to His mercy. When we are given a second chance, it is a direct manifestation of this grace, allowing us to grow, learn, and draw closer to Him. Recognizing this cultivates humility and prevents arrogance.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from 'Aishah that when any of the people of the Prophet (ﷺ) did something that he wanted to stop him from doing, he would say: 'I hope that Allah will accept it from him.' And it was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: 'No one of you should say: I have taken refuge in the perfect words of Allah from the evil of what He has created, lest there be a creature like what is in the heavens and the earth that would rebel against Allah, and Allah would command it to protect him.' And it was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: 'When one of you says: 'SubhanAllah wa bihamdihi' (Glory be to Allah and praise be to Him), a palm tree is planted for him in Paradise.' And it was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: 'When one of you finishes his prayer, and he says: 'Allahumma anta-s-salam wa minka-s-salam, tabarakta ya Dhal-Jalali wal-Ikram,' (O Allah, You are Peace and from You is Peace, blessed are You, O Owner of majesty and honor), his sins are forgiven, however much they may be, even if they were like the foam of the sea.' And it was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: 'No one of you should say: 'O Allah, forgive me if You wish; O Allah, have mercy on me if You wish,' but he should ask his needs from his Lord, for He does whatever He wishes.' And it was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: 'When one of you finishes his prayer, and he says: 'Allahumma anta-s-salam wa minka-s-salam, tabarakta ya Dhal-Jalali wal-Ikram,' (O Allah, You are Peace and from You is Peace, blessed are You, O Owner of majesty and honor), his sins are forgiven, however much they may be, even if they were like the foam of the sea.' And it was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: 'Al-hamdulillah alladhi bi-ni'matihi tatimmus-salihāt' (All praise is due to Allah, by Whose grace good deeds are completed).