غُفْرَانَكَ، الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَذْهَبَ عَنِّي الْأَذَى وَعَافَانِي
"Seeking Your forgiveness. All praise is due to Allah, who removed from me the harm and granted me well-being."
Ghufranak. Alhamdu lillahil-ladhi adh-haba 'annil-adha wa 'afani.
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited immediately after exiting the bathroom, as a way to thank Allah for the relief and well-being He has bestowed upon you. It's a moment to pause and acknowledge His blessings, even in the most private of acts.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and presence of mind as you step out of the bathroom. The first part, 'Ghufranak' (Seeking Your forgiveness), is a humble admission of our need for Allah's mercy. The second part, 'Alhamdu lillahil-ladhi adh-haba 'annil-adha wa 'afani' (All praise is due to Allah, who removed from me the harm and granted me well-being), is a profound expression of gratitude for the physical relief and health Allah has provided.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses two fundamental acts of worship: seeking forgiveness and expressing gratitude. By acknowledging Allah's removal of harm and granting of well-being, we remind ourselves that even our bodily functions are blessings from Him. This practice fosters humility, thankfulness, and a constant remembrance of Allah in all aspects of our lives, big or small.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: When he came out of the toilet, he would say: 'Ghufranak. Alhamdu lillahil-ladhi adh-haba 'annil-adha wa 'afani.' (Seeking Your forgiveness. All praise is due to Allah, who removed from me the harm and granted me well-being.) — Sunan Ibn Majah 320 (Sahih)