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 when leaving the masjid. While the immediate context is exiting the House of Allah, its meaning is profound. It's a moment to reflect on the spiritual sustenance gained inside and to seek Allah's grace for the journey ahead, encompassing all of life's endeavors and challenges.
How to Read
Recite this dua as you are stepping out of the masjid, after completing your prayer or other acts of worship. It's a personal supplication, so do so with sincerity and focus on the meaning. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would often exit the masjid with his right foot first, a Sunnah to follow.
Virtues & Benefits
This simple yet powerful dua connects our spiritual state within the masjid to our worldly responsibilities. By asking for Allah's bounty, we acknowledge that all provision and success come from Him. It's a recognition of our dependence on Allah as we step back into the world to face its trials and opportunities, seeking His help to navigate them successfully.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Ibn 'Umar (may Allah be pleased with them): The Prophet (ﷺ) said, 'When anyone of you finishes his prayer in the mosque, he should say: O Allah, verily I ask of You of Your Grace.' And he would say: 'The Grace' (meaning of bounty). [Sahih Muslim 1300, Book 23, Hadith 202. Also recorded in Sunan Abi Dawud 431 and others.]