اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ مِنْ فَضْلِكَ
O Allah, I ask of You from Your bounty.
Allahumma inni as'aluka min fadlik
When to Read
This dua is recommended to be recited upon exiting the Masjid. It's a beautiful way to conclude your time in Allah's house, asking for continued blessings as you re-enter the world.
How to Read
Recite this dua after you have completed your prayers or other engagements in the Masjid and are ready to leave. It's often recited after reciting the dua for entering the Masjid, creating a beautiful symmetry of seeking Allah's presence and then His continued grace.
Virtues & Benefits
This simple yet profound dua embodies a recognition of our absolute dependence on Allah's grace. By asking for 'Your bounty' (min fadlik), we acknowledge that all good things come from Him alone. This act of humility and reliance can protect us from pride and complacency. While not explicitly mentioning hypocrisy, seeking Allah's continuous favor after leaving the place of worship is a powerful way to remain grounded and sincere in our actions, safeguarding our hearts from spiritual ailments like hypocrisy, which can manifest when we deviate from the sincerity we felt in the Masjid.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: 'When one of you enters the Masjid, let him say: 'Allahumma iftah li abwaba rahmatik' (O Allah, open for me the doors of Your mercy). And when he leaves, let him say: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka min fadlik' (O Allah, I ask of You from Your bounty).' [Sahih Muslim 1301]. The context of this hadith is about the supplications to be said upon entering and exiting the Masjid, highlighting the spiritual transition between the sacred space and the worldly affairs.