غُفْرَانَكَ، الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَذْهَبَ عَنِّي الْأَذَى وَعَافَانِي
I seek Your forgiveness. All praise is due to Allah, Who removed from me the harm and granted me well-being.
Ghufranak. Alhamdulillahi alladhi adh-haba 'annil-adha wa 'aafani.
When to Read
This dua is recited immediately after exiting the toilet or washroom, signifying a spiritual cleansing alongside the physical one. It's a moment to reflect on Allah's mercy in removing not just physical impurities but also acknowledging any shortcomings we might have had.
How to Read
Recite this supplication sincerely once, with a contemplative heart. The act of saying 'Ghufranak' (I seek Your forgiveness) after such a natural bodily function is a profound reminder of our constant need for Allah's pardon, even in mundane moments.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua acknowledges Allah's grace in relieving us of discomfort and ill health. It cultivates gratitude and humility, recognizing that even the ability to expel waste and remain healthy is a blessing from Him. It also signifies seeking purification of the soul after the physical cleansing.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: 'When the Prophet (ﷺ) left the toilet, he would say: Ghufraanak. Alhamdulillahi alladhi adh-haba 'annil-adha wa 'aafani.' (I seek Your forgiveness. All praise is due to Allah, Who removed from me the harm and granted me well-being.)