اللَّهُمَّ زِدْ بَيْتَكَ هَذَا تَشْرِيفًا وَتَعْظِيمًا وَتَكْرِيمًا وَإِحْفَافًا وَزِدْ مَنْ شَرَّفَهُ وَكَرَّمَهُ مِمَّنْ حَجَّهُ أَوْ اعْتَمَرَهُ تَشْرِيفًا وَتَكْرِيمًا
O Allah, increase this House (the Kaaba) in honor, magnificence, dignity, and reverence, and increase those who honor and ennoble it, among those who perform Hajj or Umrah to it, in honor and dignity.
Allahumma zid baytaka hadha tashrifan wa ta'dhiman wa takriman wa ihfafa, wa zid man sharrafahu wa karramahu mimman hajjahu aw i'tamara-hu tashrifan wa takriman
When to Read
This dua is particularly potent when you first lay eyes on the Kaaba during Hajj or Umrah, or at any moment you feel overwhelmed by its sacred presence. Recite it as you begin Tawaf, or when you find a quiet moment to simply behold its glory.
How to Read
With sincerity and awe in your heart. Face the Kaaba if possible, and let the words flow from a deep sense of reverence. It's a moment to connect with the spiritual significance of this blessed place. Raise your hands if you feel compelled, though the primary focus is the inner connection.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua directly invokes Allah's blessings upon the Kaaba itself, asking for an increase in its honor and sanctity. It also seeks divine favor for those who journey to it for pilgrimage. Reciting this allows you to participate in the perpetual glorification of the House of Allah, fostering a profound spiritual connection and acknowledging the immense privilege of being in its presence.
Source & Authentication
Ibn Abbas reported that the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) used to say when he looked at the Kaaba: 'Allahumma zid hadha al-Bayta tashrifan wa karaman wa rahmattan wa mahabatan wa mahabatan wa zid man sharafahu wa karramahu mimman hajjahu aw i'tamara-hu tashrifan wa karaman wa birran.' (O Allah, increase this House in honor, nobility, mercy, and love, and increase those who honor and ennoble it, among those who perform Hajj or Umrah to it, in honor, nobility, and righteousness.) [Reported by Al-Tirmidhi and he said it is Hasan Gharib]