الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَذْهَبَ عَنِّي الْأَذَى وَعَافَانِي
All praise is for Allah Who removed from me the harm and granted me well-being.
Alhamdulillah alladhi athhaba 'anni al-adha wa 'afani
When to Read
This dua is recited immediately after exiting the toilet, signifying gratitude for relief and restoration of physical comfort and health.
How to Read
Recite this dua clearly and with sincerity after completing your needs in the bathroom and before engaging in other activities. It's a moment of personal reflection and thanks.
Virtues & Benefits
This beautiful dua encompasses gratitude for two profound blessings: the removal of physical discomfort and the restoration of well-being. In the context of leaving the bathroom, it specifically acknowledges the relief from bodily waste and the return to a state of health and normalcy. This act of remembrance of Allah’s blessings can lead to a deeper appreciation of our physical health and the intricate workings of our bodies, including digestion and metabolism, which are vital for overall well-being.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abdullah bin Harith: I saw the Messenger of Allah ﷺ eating a bone (or a piece of meat). When he left the toilet, he was brought some food, and he said: "Alhamdulillah alladhi athhaba ‘anni al-adha wa ‘afani." (All praise is for Allah Who removed from me the harm and granted me well-being.) — Sunan Ibn Majah 3457. The chain of narration for this hadith is classified as Hasan (good) by some scholars.