غُفْرَانَكَ، الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَذْهَبَ عَنِّي الأَذَى وَعَافَانِي
I seek Your forgiveness. All praise is due to Allah, Who removed from me that which is harmful and granted me well-being.
*Ghufranak. Alhamdulillahi alladhi adh-haba 'annil adhā wa 'āfānī.*
When to Read
This dua is recited immediately after exiting the bathroom, as an expression of gratitude for the physical relief and well-being granted by Allah. It acknowledges the completion of a basic bodily need and seeks forgiveness and continued health.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely with the intention of thanking Allah and seeking His continued protection. It is typically recited once, right after you step out of the bathroom.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a profound expression of gratitude for Allah's blessings. It thanks Him for removing discomfort ('adhā')—which can encompass anything from minor irritations to actual physical ailments—and for granting 'āfiyah' (well-being). This simple act connects a mundane daily routine to remembrance of Allah, seeking His continued favor and protection from physical distress.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from 'Aishah (may Allah be pleased with her) that when the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) came out of the bathroom, he would say: Ghufranak. Alhamdulillahi alladhi adh-haba 'annil adhā wa 'āfānī. (I seek Your forgiveness. All praise is due to Allah, Who removed from me that which is harmful and granted me well-being.) [Sunan Abi Dawud 30, Sunan At-Tirmidhi 7, Sunan Ibn Majah 301]