اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ مِنْ فَضْلِكَ
O Allah, I ask You of Your bounty.
Allahumma inni as'aluka min fadlik
When to Read
This beautiful, concise dua is recited upon exiting the Masjid. After the spiritual nourishment and connection with Allah experienced inside the mosque, we step back into the world. This dua is our immediate request to Allah for His continued blessings and sustenance as we re-engage with our daily lives.
How to Read
Recite this once after stepping out of the Masjid. It's a brief but profound supplication, acknowledging that all provision and grace stems from Allah. It’s often taught that this specific dua is linked to seeking beneficial trade or sustenance after leaving the place of worship.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication, while simple, is powerful. It expresses our dependence on Allah for all good things, not just spiritual, but also material. By asking for His bounty, we are essentially asking Him to make our endeavors blessed and to protect us from ill-gotten gains or blessings that could lead us astray. It sets a tone of humility and reliance as we face the challenges and opportunities outside the mosque's sanctity.
Source & Authentication
The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: 'Whoever says upon exiting the mosque: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka min fadlik', then he has indeed asked Allah of His bounty.'