غُفْرَانَكَ، الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَذْهَبَ عَنِّي الأَذَى وَعَافَانِي
I seek Your forgiveness. All praise is due to Allah, Who removed from me the harm and granted me well-being.
Ghufranak, al-hamdulillah alladhi adh-haba 'anni al-adha wa 'aafani.
When to Read
This dua is recited immediately after exiting the toilet or bathroom. It's a moment of transition from a private act to rejoining the general environment, making it a perfect time to acknowledge Allah's blessings.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity after you have finished using the toilet and are stepping out. It’s a quiet reflection, so there's no need to raise your voice, but it should be said clearly. The emphasis is on the gratitude and acknowledgement of Allah's mercy in relieving you and restoring your health.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication carries profound meaning. Firstly, 'Ghufranak' (I seek Your forgiveness) acknowledges our inherent need for Allah's pardon, even in our most natural bodily functions. Secondly, 'Alhamdulillah alladhi adh-haba 'anni al-adha' (All praise is due to Allah, Who removed from me the harm) is a direct expression of gratitude for the release from bodily discomfort and waste, a blessing we often take for granted. Lastly, 'wa 'aafani' (and granted me well-being) is a thank you for the state of health and comfort that allows us to function. This simple dua encapsulates gratitude for relief and health, essential components of overall well-being.
Source & Authentication
The narration states: 'When the Prophet ﷺ left the privy, he would say: Ghufranak, al-hamdulillah alladhi adh-haba 'anni al-adha wa 'aafani. (I seek Your forgiveness. All praise is due to Allah, Who removed from me the harm and granted me well-being.)'