غُفْرَانَكَ، الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَذْهَبَ عَنِّي الأَذَى وَعَافَانِي
"I seek Your forgiveness. All praise is due to Allah, Who removed from me that which was harmful and relieved me."
Ghufranaka, alhamdulillahilladhi adh-haba 'annil-adha wa 'afani
When to Read
This dua is recited immediately after exiting the bathroom, seeking Allah's forgiveness and thanking Him for relieving us of impurities and restoring well-being. It's a beautiful practice to transition from a place of impurity to a state of remembrance and gratitude.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely with awareness of its meaning. Focus on the gratitude for the removal of harm and the blessing of well-being granted by Allah. It's a short yet profound supplication to maintain purity of both body and spirit.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua embodies both seeking forgiveness for any shortcomings during our time in the bathroom and expressing profound gratitude to Allah for physical relief and health. It's a way to ensure that even the most mundane acts are tinged with spiritual awareness and thankfulness, fostering a constant connection with our Creator.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Aishah (may Allah be pleased with her): The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, when he left the privy, used to say: 'Ghufranaka, alhamdulillahilladhi adh-haba 'annil-adha wa 'afani.' (I seek Your forgiveness. All praise is due to Allah, Who removed from me that which was harmful and relieved me.)