غُفْرَانَكَ، الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَذْهَبَ عَنِّي الأَذَى وَعَافَانِي
I seek Your forgiveness. All praise is due to Allah Who removed from me that which was harmful and granted me well-being.
Ghufranak. Al-hamdulillahilladhi adh-haba 'anni al-adha wa 'afani.
When to Read
This dua is recited immediately after exiting the bathroom (toilet/latrine). It's a moment to acknowledge Allah's blessings after a basic, yet essential, bodily function.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity as you step out of the bathroom. It's a personal supplication, so focus on its meaning and express gratitude from your heart.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua embodies profound gratitude for Allah's favors. It acknowledges His removal of physical discomfort (the 'adha' or harmful impurity) and His gift of health and well-being ('afani). It's a simple yet powerful reminder of our constant need for Allah's mercy and provision in even the most mundane aspects of our lives.
Source & Authentication
‘Aa’ishah (may Allah be pleased with her) said: When the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) came out of the toilet, he would say: 'Ghufranak. Al-hamdulillahilladhi adh-haba 'anni al-adha wa 'afani.' (I seek Your forgiveness. All praise is due to Allah Who removed from me that which was harmful and granted me well-being.)