سُبْحَانَ الَّذِي سَخَّرَ لَنَا هَذَا وَمَا كُنَّا لَهُ مُقْرِنِينَ وَإِنَّا إِلَىٰ رَبِّنَا لَمُنقَلِبُونَ
Glory be to Him Who has subjected this (transport) to us, and we could never have accomplished it by ourselves. And indeed, to our Lord we shall return.
Subhanal-ladhi sakhkharana hadha wa ma kunna lahu muqrinina, wa inna ila Rabbina lamunqalibun.
When to Read
This powerful dua is recited when you are about to begin a journey, especially when setting off in the morning. It's a beautiful way to acknowledge Allah's power over all creation and the ultimate return we all make to Him, setting a mindful tone for travel.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and humility as you mount your vehicle or begin your walk, just before you set off. Pause to reflect on the meaning of the words, understanding that Allah is the true controller of your journey and your ultimate destination.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua is an act of acknowledging Allah's dominion and our reliance on Him. It imbues the journey with remembrance of Allah, transforming a mundane act into an act of worship. It also serves as a profound reminder of our temporary stay in this world and the eternal journey back to our Creator.
Source & Authentication
Ibn 'Umar (may Allah be pleased with them) said: When the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) mounted his camel for a journey, he would glorify Allah three times (saying *Allahu Akbar* - Allah is the Greatest), and then he would say: 'Glory be to Him Who has subjected this to us, and we could never have accomplished it by ourselves. And indeed, to our Lord we shall return.' (Subhanal-ladhi sakhkharana hadha wa ma kunna lahu muqrinina, wa inna ila Rabbina lamunqalibun).