اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ مِنْ فَضْلِكَ
O Allah, I ask You from Your Bounty.
Allahumma inni as'aluka min fadlik
When to Read
This dua is recited immediately after leaving the Masjid, typically after completing the prescribed prayers. It's a moment when we are transitioning back into our daily lives, and it’s crucial to carry the barakah (blessings) of the Masjid with us. This is also a time when our resolve might waver, and the temptations of the world can seem more appealing. Reciting this dua acknowledges that true success and provision come from Allah alone, even outside the sacred space of His House.
How to Read
The dua is short and profound. As you take your first steps out of the Masjid, facing the direction of your exit, you say this with sincerity. Imagine you are asking your Lord for sustenance and opportunities that are permissible and pleasing to Him. It’s a recognition of His generosity and a request to be guided towards what is good and beneficial for you in this world and the next, protecting you from falling into prohibited means or succumbing to inner weaknesses like laziness or greed.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication is powerful because it links our reliance on Allah directly to seeking His bounty. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this specific dua for exiting the Masjid to emphasize that even when leaving the place of worship, our ultimate dependence is on Allah's provision. It's not just about asking for wealth or material things; it encompasses asking for beneficial knowledge, righteous deeds, a clear heart, and the strength to resist temptations and overcome personal flaws. By asking from Allah's 'fadl' (bounty, grace, generosity), we are essentially asking for the best He has to offer, which extends far beyond worldly possessions. This practice helps us maintain a spiritual connection and a constant awareness of Allah's presence and support as we re-engage with the outside world.
Source & Authentication
Abu Humayd As-Sa'idi narrated that the Prophet ﷺ said: 'When one of you enters the Masjid, he should say: O Allah, open for me the doors of Your Mercy. And when he leaves, he should say: O Allah, I ask You from Your Bounty.' (Sahih Muslim 1300a)