بِسْمِ اللَّهِ، تَوَكَّلْتُ عَلَى اللَّهِ، وَلاَ حَوْلَ وَلاَ قُوَّةَ إِلاَّ بِاللَّهِ.
In the name of Allah, I place my trust in Allah. There is no might nor power except with Allah.
Bismillaahi, tawakkaltu 'alallahi, wa laa hawla wa laa quwwata illa billaah.
When to Read
Recite this when you are leaving your home, especially when seeking a change of environment or solitude to process grief. It’s a declaration of reliance on Allah as you step out, whether for a short walk, a journey, or a longer period of seeking peace.
How to Read
Say this sincerely with the intention of entrusting your affairs to Allah. It's typically recited once as you are about to step out of your home.
Virtues & Benefits
This beautiful dua encapsulates a profound reliance on Allah. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this to remind us that no matter the challenges we face, including the deep pain of grief, our ultimate strength and ability to overcome come only from Allah. When one recites this, it's said that they are told: 'You have been guided, you have been sufficed, and you have been protected.' This means Allah will guide you, provide what you need, and protect you from harm.
Source & Authentication
Anas narrated that the Messenger of Allah ﷺ said: 'When a man leaves his house and says: Bismillaahi, tawakkaltu 'alallahi, wa laa hawla wa laa quwwata illa billaah. (In the name of Allah, I place my trust in Allah. There is no might nor power except with Allah.) It will be said to him: "You have been guided, you have been sufficed, and you have been protected." Satan will keep away from him.' Then one of the devils told another devil: 'How can you get to a man whom Allah has guided, sufficed, and protected?'