بِسْمِ اللَّهِ، اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ خَيْرَ الْمَوْلِجِ وَخَيْرَ الْمَخْرَجِ، بِسْمِ اللَّهِ وَلَجْنَا، وَبِسْمِ اللَّهِ خَرَجْنَا، وَعَلَى رَبِّنَا تَوَكَّلْنَا.
In the name of Allah. O Allah, I ask You for the goodness of entering and the goodness of leaving. In the name of Allah we enter, and in the name of Allah we leave, and in Allah our Lord we place our trust.
Bismillah, Allahumma inni as'aluka khayr al-mawlij wa khayr al-makhraj. Bismillah walajna, wa bismillahi kharajna, wa 'ala Rabbina tawakkalna.
When to Read
This dua is recited when entering any place, including your kitchen, especially in the morning as you begin your day and prepare meals. It's a way to seek Allah's blessings for your actions and sustenance.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity before you begin any activity in the kitchen. Begin with 'Bismillah' (In the name of Allah) and then ask Allah for the best of entering and leaving, acknowledging your reliance on Him for your entire day.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive dua invokes Allah's protection and blessings for both entering and exiting. It reinforces Tawakkul (reliance on Allah) as you embark on your daily tasks. By seeking the 'goodness of entering,' you are asking for ease, provision, and protection from any harm or negativity within that space. The mention of leaving signifies seeking a good outcome and completion of your task.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Ibn 'Umar (may Allah be pleased with him): The Prophet (peace be upon him) used to teach them that when they entered a house they should say: 'O Allah, ask of You the good of entering and the good of leaving, in the name of Allah we enter and in the name of Allah we leave, and in Allah our Lord we put our trust.' And when they went out they should say the same.