بِسْمِ اللَّهِ، اللَّهُمَّ صَلِّ عَلَى مُحَمَّدٍ، اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ مِنْ فَضْلِكَ
In the name of Allah. O Allah, send blessings upon Muhammad. O Allah, I ask You from Your grace.
Bismillahi, Allahumma salli 'ala Muhammad, Allahumma inni as'aluka min fadlik
When to Read
This dua is recited when leaving the Masjid after prayer or any visit. It's a moment to transition from the spiritual haven of the mosque back into the world, asking Allah for continued blessings and provision.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity as you step out of the Masjid. It's recommended to move towards your left foot first when exiting, mirroring the entrance etiquette, and then to say this supplication. The focus is on acknowledging Allah's power to grant us from His bounty.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a beautiful way to seek Allah's favor and blessings as you depart from His house. By asking 'from Your grace,' you are acknowledging that all provision and good come from Allah alone. It also includes sending blessings upon the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, a highly rewarded act. While this specific wording focuses on general grace, the intention can encompass seeking blessings for oneself, one's family, and all aspects of life as you re-engage with the world.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Hurairah: When the Messenger of Allah ﷺ entered the Masjid, he would invoke blessings on Muhammad and his family, and say: 'O Allah, forgive me my sins and open for me the gates of Your mercy.' And when he went out, he would invoke blessings on Muhammad and his family, and say: 'O Allah, forgive me my sins and open for me the gates of Your bounty.'