سُبْحَانَ الَّذِي سَخَّرَ لَنَا هَذَا وَمَا كُنَّا لَهُ مُقْرِنِينَ وَإِنَّا إِلَى رَبِّنَا لَمُنقَلِبُونَ اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَسْأَلُكَ فِي سَفَرِنَا هَذَا البِرَّ وَالتَّقْوَى ، وَمِنَ العَمَلِ مَا تَرْضَى ، اللَّهُمَّ هَوِّنْ عَلَيْنَا سَفَرَنَا هَذَا وَاطْوِ عَنَّا بُعْدَهُ ، اللَّهُمَّ أَنتَ الصَّاحِبُ فِي السَّفَرِ ، وَالخَلِيفَةُ فِي الأَهْلِ ، اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ وَعْثَاءِ السَّفَرِ ، وَكَآبَةِ المَنْظَرِ ، وَسُوءِ المُنْقَلَبِ فِي المَالِ وَالأَهْلِ .
Glory be to Him Who has subjected this to us, and we could never have accomplished it ourselves. And indeed, to our Lord we will return. O Allah, we ask You on this journey of ours for goodness and piety, and for deeds that please You. O Allah, make this journey easy for us and bring its distance near. O Allah, You are the Companion on the journey and the one in charge of the family. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the hardships of the journey, and from the sorrow of seeing misfortune, and from the bad fortunes in wealth and family.
Subhanal-ladhi sakhkhara lana hadha wa ma kunna lahu muqrinina, wa inna ila Rabbina la munqalibun. Allahumma inna nas'aluka fi safarina hadha al-birra wat-taqwa, wa minal-'amali ma tarda. Allahumma hawwin 'alayna safarana hadha watwi 'anna bu'dahu. Allahumma Antas-Sahibu fis-safari, wal-Khalifatu fil- ahli. Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min wa'thais-safari, wa ka'abil-manthari, wa su'il-munqalabi fil-mali wal- ahli.
When to Read
This comprehensive dua is recited when embarking on a journey, particularly one involving difficult terrain, long distances, or unfamiliar routes. It's said upon mounting your ride (whether a car, camel, or any mode of transport) and beginning your travel.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and conviction. Understand the meaning of each phrase. Start with the praise of Allah for enabling the journey. Then, present your requests for righteousness and acceptance. Ask Allah to make the journey easy and to shorten the distance. Remember Allah as your companion and protector of your family. Finally, seek refuge from the specific difficulties mentioned in the dua. It's best recited loudly enough for yourself to hear, with a sense of humility and reliance on Allah.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates the essence of relying on Allah for protection and ease during travel. It acknowledges Allah's power in subduing the means of transport for us, reminding us of our ultimate return to Him. By seeking refuge from the hardships, the sorrow of seeing misfortune, and the bad fortunes in wealth and family, the traveler is granted Allah's shield and assistance, making the journey safer and more peaceful.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abdullah ibn Umar (may Allah be pleased with them both): When the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) mounted his camel for a journey, he would say: 'Allahu Akbar' (Allah is the Greatest), and when he had set out on his journey, he would say: 'Subhanal-ladhi sakhkhara lana hadha wa ma kunna lahu muqrinina, wa inna ila Rabbina la munqalibuna. Allahumma inna nas'aluka fi safarina hadha al-birra wat-taqwa, wa minal-'amali ma tarda. Allahumma hawwin 'alayna safarana hadha watwi 'anna bu'dahu. Allahumma Antas-Sahibu fis-safari, wal-Khalifatu fil- ahli. Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min wa'thais-safari, wa ka'abil-manthari, wa su'il-munqalabi fil-mali wal- ahli.' (Sahih Muslim 1342).