الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَذْهَبَ عَنِّي الْأَذَى وَعَافَانِي
All praise is due to Allah, Who removed from me the harm and granted me well-being.
Alhamdulillahil-ladhi adh-haba 'annil-adha wa 'afani
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited immediately after exiting the toilet, signifying a return to a state of physical and spiritual cleanliness. It's a conscious acknowledgment of Allah's blessing in relieving oneself of impurities and receiving health.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and awareness after completing your needs in the bathroom and before engaging in other activities. It is a moment of gratitude and a recognition of Allah's continuous favors, preparing you to return to worship or remembrance with a purified body and soul.
Virtues & Benefits
This simple act of remembrance is a profound expression of gratitude. It acknowledges Allah's immense blessing in keeping us healthy and free from discomfort. By reciting this, we remind ourselves that even seemingly mundane bodily functions are gifts from Allah, and that seeking His forgiveness and well-being is a constant need. It helps us transition from a state of privacy and cleansing back into a state of readiness for prayer and remembrance, carrying that sense of purity with us.
Source & Authentication
‘Aa’ishah (may Allah be pleased with her) said: When the Prophet (ﷺ) exited the toilet, he would say: 'Alhamdulillahil-ladhi adh-haba 'annil-adha wa 'afani.' (All praise is due to Allah, Who removed from me the harm and granted me well-being.)