Leaving Bathroom
Hasan HadithSunan Abi Dawud 30
غُفْرَانَكَ.
✦
I seek Your forgiveness.
Ghufranak.
When to Read
This dua is recited immediately after exiting the bathroom, before performing ablution or engaging in other activities. It's a moment of transition, acknowledging our need for Allah's mercy even in the simplest of actions.
How to Read
Recite it once, with sincerity and humility. The simplicity of the words reflects a deep reliance on Allah's forgiveness and provision.
Virtues & Benefits
While seemingly simple, this dua carries profound meaning. By seeking forgiveness, we acknowledge our dependence on Allah and ask Him to cleanse us of any potential shortcomings or heedlessness. This act of humility and remembrance is itself a source of blessings, inviting Allah's mercy and, by extension, His provision and sustenance.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) used to say, when he came out of the toilet: 'Ghufranaka.' (I seek Your forgiveness).
Hasan HadithSunan Abi Dawud 30