اللَّهُمَّ زِدْ بَيْتَكَ هَذَا تَشْرِيفًا وَتَكْرِيمًا وَتَعْظِيمًا وَبِرًّا
O Allah, increase this House in honor, nobility, reverence, and piety.
Allahumma zid baytaka hadha tashrifan wa takriman wa ta'dhiman wa birra
When to Read
This dua is especially relevant when you first lay eyes on the Kaaba, whether for the first time or as a returning pilgrim. Recite it upon seeing the Kaaba during Tawaf or from a distance, allowing the sheer magnificence to wash over you. It's a moment to pause and reflect on Allah's glory and the significance of this sacred place.
How to Read
Recite this with sincere intention and a heart full of reverence. As you utter the words, envision the Kaaba receiving increasing honor and blessing from Allah. This is a moment for deep personal reflection, perhaps with hands raised in supplication, feeling the weight of history and spirituality surrounding you. Let your gaze absorb the sight, and let your heart be filled with awe.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication encapsulates the profound respect and honor Muslims hold for the Kaaba, the House of Allah. By asking Allah to increase its honor, we are affirming our belief in its sanctity and centrality to our faith. It's an expression of gratitude for the opportunity to witness it and a request for its continued blessedness. This dua helps cultivate a state of humility and awe, reminding us of our smallness before our Creator and the immense privilege of being in His presence.
Source & Authentication
Ibn `Abbas (may Allah be pleased with them) narrated that the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) used to say when he looked at the Kaaba: 'O Allah, increase this House in honor, nobility, reverence, and piety. And increase whoever has honored it from the people and whoever has dignified it with dignity.' (Sunan al-Tirmidhi 3420). The Tirmidhi states this is Hasan Gharib.