غُفْرَانَكَ، الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَذْهَبَ عَنِّي الْأَذَى وَعَافَانِي.
I seek Your forgiveness. All praise is due to Allah, Who removed the harm from me and granted me well-being.
*Ghufranaka, al-hamdu lillahil-ladhi adh-haba 'annil-adha wa 'afani.*
When to Read
Immediately after exiting the toilet and covering oneself, as a way to acknowledge that the relief and well-being experienced are from Allah, and to guard against any sense of self-sufficiency or pride.
How to Read
Recite this sincerely, with the understanding that every blessing, including the ability to relieve oneself without ailment, is a gift from Allah. Focus on the words of praise and seeking forgiveness as a reminder of our dependence on Him.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a powerful antidote to arrogance. By immediately attributing the relief and health back to Allah, we acknowledge His grace and prevent the natural human inclination towards pride from taking root. It cultivates humility and gratitude, reinforcing the understanding that our physical well-being is not something we achieve on our own, but a mercy from our Creator.
Source & Authentication
‘Aa’ishah (may Allah be pleased with her) said: When the Prophet (peace be upon him) left the privy, he would say: 'Ghufranaka, al-hamdu lillahil-ladhi adh-haba 'annil-adha wa 'afani.' (I seek Your forgiveness. All praise is due to Allah, Who removed the harm from me and granted me well-being).