سُبْحَانَ الَّذِي سَخَّرَ لَنَا هَذَا وَمَا كُنَّا لَهُ مُقْرِنِينَ وَإِنَّا إِلَى رَبِّنَا لَمُنقَلِبُونَ.
Glory be to Him Who has subjected this to us, and we could never have accomplished it by ourselves. And surely, to our Lord we are returning.
Subhanalladhi sakhkhara lana hadha wa ma kunna lahu muqrinina wa inna ila Rabbina la munqalibuna.
When to Read
This powerful dua is recited by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ when mounting his transport, whether it's a camel, horse, car, or plane, for travel. It's the perfect invocation to make as you begin your journey, setting a tone of gratitude and reliance on Allah.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction as you embark on your journey, ideally as you are about to set off or have just settled into your mode of transport. Reflect on the meaning: acknowledge Allah's power in making travel possible and His ultimate control over your return.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua is a profound act of acknowledging Allah's sovereignty over all means of travel. It reminds us that no matter how advanced our technology, it is Allah who facilitates our journeys and brings us back safely. This recognition fosters humility, prevents arrogance, and ensures we begin our travels with a heart full of gratitude and trust in the Almighty.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from 'Abdullah bin 'Umar (may Allah be pleased with him) that when the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) set out on a journey and mounted his she-camel, he would glorify Allah (saying Subhan Allah), and praise Him (saying Alhamdulillah), and say 'Subhan alladhi sakhkhara lana hadha wa ma kunna lahu muqrinina wa inna ila Rabbina la munqalibuna.' And when he returned (from a journey), he would say these words and: 'Ayibuna ila Rabbina, ta'ibuna, 'abiduna, li Rabbina hamiduna.' (We are returning, repenting, worshipping, and to our Lord we are praising.)