بِسْمِ اللهِ، تَوَكَّلْتُ عَلَى اللهِ، وَلاَ حَوْلَ وَلاَ قُوَّةَ إِلاَّ بِاللهِ، اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ مِنْ فَضْلِكَ
In the name of Allah, I place my trust in Allah. There is no might nor power except with Allah. O Allah, I ask You of Your bounty.
Bismillahi, tawakkaltu 'alallahi, wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billah. Allahumma inni as'aluka min fadlik.
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited upon leaving the masjid after offering prayers. While its primary context is leaving the mosque, the principle of seeking Allah's bounty and placing trust in Him is highly relevant when embarking on any endeavor, including starting or managing a business venture. It's a powerful reminder that all success comes from Allah, and by reciting it as you step out, you are consciously invoking His blessings and assistance for all that lies ahead, including your professional and financial pursuits.
How to Read
As you prepare to leave the masjid, take a moment to stand. Begin with 'Bismillah' (In the name of Allah), acknowledging His presence in all your actions. Then, affirm your reliance on Him with 'Tawakkaltu 'alallahi' (I place my trust in Allah). Acknowledge His power and strength with 'Wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billah' (There is no might nor power except with Allah), recognizing your own limitations. Finally, make a direct supplication for provision and success with 'Allahumma inni as'aluka min fadlik' (O Allah, I ask You of Your bounty). This sincere invocation sets a positive and divinely-aligned intention for your day and your ventures.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates comprehensive reliance on Allah (tawakkul). When uttered upon leaving the masjid, it signifies that your devotion doesn't end within its walls but extends to your worldly responsibilities. By seeking Allah's bounty, you are aligning your business aspirations with His divine provision. This practice cultivates humility, acknowledging that success is not solely due to one's own efforts but is a gift from the Creator. It's a spiritual tool to imbue your business dealings with barakah (blessings) and seek protection against setbacks, knowing you've sought help from the Ultimate Source of all strength and provision.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abdullah ibn al-Safar (may Allah be pleased with him): 'When the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) left the Masjid, he would say: Bismillahi, tawakkaltu 'alallahi, wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billah. Allahumma inni as'aluka min fadlik.' (Sunan Abi Dawud 509). While the specific mention of 'business ventures' isn't in the hadith itself, the profound reliance on Allah and seeking His bounty is a universal principle directly applicable to any pursuit of livelihood.