الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ عَلَى نِعْمَةِ الْإِسْلَامِ وَالْإِيمَانِ، وَالْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ عَلَى كُلِّ حَالٍ.
All praise is due to Allah for the blessing of Islam and faith, and all praise is due to Allah in every state.
Alhamdulillah 'ala ni'matil-Islami wal-iman, walhamdulillah 'ala kulli hal.
When to Read
This comprehensive statement of gratitude is perfect for those moments when you find yourself with a bit of quiet time. It could be after finishing a task, during a peaceful walk, or before you drift off to sleep. It’s especially poignant when you pause to reflect on Allah's blessings, big or small, and feel a sense of peace settle within you. Use it whenever you feel that inner stillness and want to express your thankfulness for it.
How to Read
Recite this dua with a heart full of sincerity and presence. As you say 'Alhamdulillah 'ala ni'matil-Islami wal-iman,' bring to mind the immense favor of being guided to Islam and having faith. When you utter 'walhamdulillah 'ala kulli hal,' let your heart accept whatever Allah has decreed, recognizing the good in every situation, even if it's not immediately apparent. Speak it aloud softly or internally, with a focus on the meaning and the feeling of gratitude it's meant to evoke.
Virtues & Benefits
This expression of gratitude encompasses acknowledging the greatest blessings – Islam and Iman – and extends to accepting and being thankful for all of Allah's decrees. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us that the best of supplications is 'Alhamdulillah' (all praise is due to Allah), and the best of slaves of Allah are those who praise Him often. Being grateful keeps our hearts connected to Allah, brings peace, and opens doors to more blessings. It trains us to see the good in our lives, fostering contentment and spiritual growth. The Prophet ﷺ said: 'Whosoever says in the morning three times: *Radiytu billahi Rabba, wa bil-Islami deena, wa bi Muhammadin Nabiyya,* then it is a duty upon Allah that He is pleased with him on the Day of Resurrection.' (Sunan Abi Dawud 1546). This dua, by thanking Allah for Islam and faith, aligns with that principle of seeking Allah’s pleasure through recognizing His greatest gifts.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abdullah bin Mas'ud (may Allah be pleased with him): The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said, 'No servant is afflicted with an affliction and says: *Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji'un, Allahumma ujurni fi musibati, wakhluf li khayran minha* (Verily, we belong to Allah, and verily to Him we shall return. O Allah, reward me in this affliction and give me something better in exchange for it), except that Allah will reward him for his affliction and give him something better in exchange for it.' And he also said: 'No servant says in the morning three times and in the evening three times: *Radiytu billahi Rabba, wa bil-Islami deena, wa bi Muhammadin Nabiyya* (I am pleased with Allah as Lord, with Islam as religion, and with Muhammad as Prophet), except that it is a duty upon Allah that He is pleased with him on the Day of Resurrection.' And also: 'No servant says in the evening: *Allahumma inni asbahtu us-hiduka wa us-hidu hamalata 'arshika wa mala'ikatika wa jami'a khalqika, annaka Anta Allahu, la ilaha illa Anta, wahdaka la sharika lak, wa anna Muhammadan 'abdika wa rasuluk* (O Allah! I have entered the morning witnessing You, and witnessing the carriers of Your Throne, Your angels, and all of Your creation, that You are Allah, there is no god but You, You are One, You have no partner, and that Muhammad is Your servant and Your Messenger), except that Allah saves him from (the evil of) that day, and whoever says it in the morning, Allah saves him from (the evil of) the night.' (Sunan Abi Dawud 1546). While this hadith mentions specific phrases, the essence of thanking Allah for Islam and faith, as in the primary dua provided, is a fundamental aspect of seeking contentment and His pleasure, aligning with the spirit of these teachings.