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.
Bismillah, tawakkaltu 'alallah, wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billah
When to Read
This beautiful and comprehensive dua is recited just as you are stepping out of your home. It's meant to be a shield for your journey, whether you're going to work, the masjid, or just running an errand.
How to Read
Say it with sincerity and a heart full of trust in Allah. As you step out, take a moment to truly feel the meaning of these words: acknowledging Allah's name, placing your reliance on Him, and recognizing that all power and strength comes only from Him. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught that saying this invokes Allah's protection, and it is often said that if one says this, they will be told: 'You have been guided, you have been sufficed, and you have been protected.'
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a powerful invocation for Allah's protection. When you say it, Allah's angels are said to guide, suffice, and protect you. It's a reminder that no matter how careful we are, our ultimate safety lies with Allah. It also embodies the concept of tawakkul (reliance on Allah), a cornerstone of a Muslim's life, while still taking practical precautions. This practice is a beautiful way to start any journey, asking for Allah's blessing and safeguarding.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Anas: The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "Whoever says when he goes out of his house: Bismillah, tawakkaltu 'alallah, wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billah. (Translation: 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 guided, you have been sufficed, and you have been protected.' So the devil will stay away from him and [another] devil will say to him: 'How can you get to a person whom he has been guided, and sufficed, and been protected?'