بِسْمِ اللَّهِ، تَوَكَّلْتُ عَلَى اللَّهِ، وَلاَ حَوْلَ وَلاَ قُوَّةَ إِلاَّ بِاللَّهِ
In the name of Allah, I rely on Allah. And there is no might nor power except with Allah.
Bismillahi, tawakkaltu 'alallahi, wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billah
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited when stepping out of your home, especially for significant journeys like traveling abroad for medical treatment. It's a declaration of your dependence on Allah as you embark on a path that requires His protection and guidance, particularly when facing health challenges and unfamiliar surroundings.
How to Read
Recite this sincerely with conviction as you are about to leave your home. It's best to say it after your preparations are complete and you are at the doorway, ready to depart. Imagine each word as a key unlocking Allah's protection and assistance for your journey.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua upon leaving home offers several profound benefits. Firstly, it embodies *tawakkul* (reliance on Allah), acknowledging that all power and strength come only from Him. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught that whoever says this dua is told, 'You are guided, defended, and freed.' This means Allah will guide you to what is right, defend you from harm, and free you from troubles. It's a powerful statement of faith that can bring immense peace of mind, especially when facing the uncertainties of medical procedures abroad.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Anas: The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "When a man goes out of his house and says: 'Bismillahi, tawakkaltu 'alallahi, wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billah,' it will be said to him: 'You have been sufficed, defended, and guided.' Satan will be kept away from him, and another Satan will say to him: 'What can you do with a man who has been guided, sufficed, and defended?'" (Sunan Abi Dawud 5095, graded Hasan by scholars. Also found in Sunan An-Nasa'i 5490 with similar wording)