بِسْمِ اللَّهِ، تَوَكَّلْتُ عَلَى اللَّهِ، وَلَا حَوْلَ وَلَا قُوَّةَ إِلَّا بِاللَّهِ
In the name of Allah, I place my trust in Allah. And there is no might nor power except with Allah.
Bismillah, tawakkaltu 'alallah, wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billah.
When to Read
This beautiful and comprehensive dua is specifically recommended for reciting when one steps out of their home. It's particularly potent when you're facing a new beginning, perhaps after a period of difficulty or hardship, and you're setting out with a renewed sense of hope for a brighter future. Think of it as the perfect way to imbue your departure with the best intentions and the strongest reliance on Allah.
How to Read
As you physically step out of your home, utter this dua with sincerity and conviction. Make sure you are speaking it clearly, allowing yourself to feel the weight of its meaning. The act of saying it as you leave is part of the Sunnah, connecting your physical action with spiritual dependence. Imagine yourself walking out, not alone, but with Allah's protection and guidance accompanying every step.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a powerful statement of reliance on Allah (tawakkul). When the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this, he promised that it would suffice the person who says it. This means Allah will protect you, guide you, and provide for you in your endeavors. It instills immense peace and confidence, knowing that your journey, whatever its challenges, is undertaken with the Creator's support. It turns a simple act of leaving home into an act of worship, setting a positive spiritual tone for whatever lies ahead.
Source & Authentication
The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said: 'Whoever says: *Bismillah, tawakkaltu 'alallah, wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billah* (In the name of Allah, I place my trust in Allah. And there is no might nor power except with Allah), it will be said to him: 'You have been sufficed, protected, and guided.' And the devil will move away from him, and another devil will say to him: 'How can you deal with a man who has been sufficed, protected, and guided?'