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 adh-haba 'annil-adha wa 'aafani
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited immediately after exiting the bathroom. It's a moment of gratitude for being freed from the physical impurities and potential harm associated with bodily functions, and for the continued health and well-being Allah has granted us.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely after you have finished using the bathroom and are ready to leave the facility. Make it a conscious act of remembrance, connecting your physical relief to spiritual gratitude. It's a simple yet profound way to acknowledge Allah's blessings in every aspect of our lives, even the most private ones.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua embodies deep gratitude for physical relief and health. By thanking Allah for removing harm (impurity) and granting well-being, we acknowledge His constant care. It fosters humility and reinforces the understanding that even our bodily functions are under His dominion and care. This practice is a beautiful example of remembering Allah in all circumstances, as the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us, turning an ordinary act into an act of worship and thankfulness.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Aisha that when the Prophet (ﷺ) came out of the toilet, he would say: 'Al-hamdulillah alladhi adh-haba 'annil-adha wa 'aafani.' (Allah be praised, Who removed from me that which was harmful and restored me to health.)