الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي بِنِعْمَتِهِ تَتِمُّ الصَّالِحَاتُ
All praise is for Allah, by Whose grace good deeds are perfected.
Al-hamdulillah alladhi bi ni'matihi tatimmus-salihāt.
When to Read
This beautiful expression of gratitude is perfect to say after completing any good deed or act of service, whether it's helping a neighbor, volunteering, or even just offering a kind word. It’s a way to acknowledge that the ability and success in doing good comes from Allah alone, and it serves as a beautiful closing to any act of worship or kindness.
How to Read
Recite this phrase with sincerity and a heart full of recognition for Allah's blessings. It’s a short yet profound statement that connects the completion of good deeds directly to Divine grace. Let the words sink in as you acknowledge that every good deed, big or small, is a gift from Allah, enabling you to perform it and accept it from you.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua connects the completion of good deeds to Allah's grace, fostering humility and reinforcing the understanding that all ability and success originate from Him. By acknowledging this, we maintain a state of constant gratitude, which is a key quality of a believer. It helps prevent arrogance and ensures that our good deeds are accepted, as the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught that it is by Allah's grace that good deeds are perfected.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: 'When one of you says: 'Glory be to Allah and His praise,' one hundred times, his sins will be forgiven even if they were as abundant as the foam of the sea.' [Sahih Muslim 2691]. And in another narration, it is mentioned: 'Al-hamdulillah alladhi bi ni'matihi tatimmus-salihāt.' (All praise is for Allah, by Whose grace good deeds are perfected.) – Sahih al-Bukhari 6306. This indicates the Prophet's ﷺ teaching of specific praises and expressions of gratitude that are tied to significant spiritual benefits and acceptance.