اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ مِنْ فَضْلِكَ
O Allah, I ask You of Your grace.
Allahumma inni as'aluka min fadlik
When to Read
This dua is recited when leaving the Masjid. It's particularly relevant as we step back into the world, where we face various forms of temptation and challenges. Reciting it right after fulfilling our prayer or seeking knowledge in the Masjid is a beautiful way to carry that spiritual connection and ask Allah for continued guidance and strength as we re-enter our daily lives.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely as you are physically exiting the Masjid. It's often recited after the obligatory prayers, but can also be said after attending Friday prayer or any other visit to the House of Allah. Imagine yourself turning towards Allah, asking Him to shower you with His bounty as you leave His house. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us to seek Allah's grace specifically when leaving the Masjid, recognizing that all good things come from Him.
Virtues & Benefits
This simple yet profound dua is a direct supplication for Allah's grace and bounty. When we leave the Masjid, we are entering a world filled with opportunities, but also with distractions and potential temptations. By asking for Allah's grace, we are seeking His favor to navigate these challenges successfully. It acknowledges that our ability to do good, to resist evil, and to prosper in this life and the next is entirely dependent on Allah's infinite generosity. The Prophet's ﷺ teaching of this dua highlights its importance in seeking spiritual and worldly well-being upon leaving a place of worship.
Source & Authentication
‘Abdullah bin Mas’ud (may Allah be pleased with him) narrated that the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said: 'When any one of you goes to the Masjid, let him say: O Allah, open for me the doors of Your mercy. And when he leaves, let him say: O Allah, I ask You of Your grace.'