سُبْحَانَ الَّذِي سَخَّرَ لَنَا هَذَا وَمَا كُنَّا لَهُ مُقْرِنِينَ وَإِنَّا إِلَى رَبِّنَا لَمُنقَلِبُونَ
Glory be to Him Who has subjected this to us, and we could never have accomplished it by ourselves. And indeed, to our Lord we will return.
Subhanal-ladhi sakhkhara lana hadha wa ma kunna lahu muqrinina wa inna ila Rabbina lamunqalibun.
When to Read
This dua is traditionally recited when starting any journey, including the journey home after Hajj or Umrah. It's a beautiful way to acknowledge Allah's power in making the travel possible and to remember that our ultimate return is to Him.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and mindfulness as you embark on your journey home. It's often said when mounting a vehicle or setting off. Feel the gratitude for the safe completion of your spiritual journey and the ease Allah has provided for your return.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua is an expression of gratitude and reliance on Allah. It acknowledges His power over all means of transport and affirms our belief that our return is ultimately to our Creator. It's a practice that imbues even the mundane act of travel with spiritual significance, reminding us of Allah's blessings in facilitating our journey home.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abdullah ibn Umar (may Allah be pleased with them): When the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) set out on a journey, he would say Takbir three times and then say: 'Subhanal-ladhi sakhkhara lana hadha wa ma kunna lahu muqrinina wa inna ila Rabbina lamunqalibun.' (Glory be to Him Who has subjected this to us, and we could never have accomplished it by ourselves. And indeed, to our Lord we will return.) It is also narrated that Ibn 'Umar said: 'And we (used to say) and then the Prophet (ﷺ) would say: "O Allah, we ask You for goodness and piety in this journey and its deeds, and we seek refuge in You from evil and the evil deeds of its people and bad sights."'