سُبْحَانَ الَّذِي سَخَّرَ لَنَا هَذَا وَمَا كُنَّا لَهُ مُقْرِنِينَ وَإِنَّا إِلَىٰ رَبِّنَا لَمُنقَلِبُونَ اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَسْأَلُكَ فِي سَفَرِنَا هَذَا الْبِرَّ وَالتَّقْوَىٰ وَمِنَ الْعَمَلِ مَا تَرْضَى اللَّهُمَّ هَوِّنْ عَلَيْنَا سَفَرَنَا هَذَا وَاطْوِ عَنَّا بُعْدَهُ اللَّهُمَّ أَنتَ الصَّاحِبُ فِي السَّفَرِ وَالْخَلِيفَةُ فِي الأَهْلِ اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ وَعْثَاءِ السَّفَرِ وَكَآبَةِ الْمَنْظَرِ وَسُوءِ الْمُنْقَلَبِ فِي الْمَالِ وَالأَهْلِ
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 will return. O Allah, we ask You for righteousness and piety in our journey, and in deeds which please You. O Allah, make this journey easy for us, and make its distance short for us. O Allah, You are the Companion on the journey and the Successor (to guard) the family. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the hardships of the journey, and from the distress of seeing evil, and from the evil turn of events in wealth and family.
Subhanalladhi sakhkhara lana hadha wa ma kunna lahu muqrinun. Wa inna ila Rabbina lamunqalibun. 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-Khaleefatu fil-ahl. Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min wa'tha'is-safari, wa ka'abatil-mandhari, wa su'il-munqalabi fil-mali wal-ahl.
When to Read
This powerful dua is recited when embarking on a journey, whether by car, plane, train, or any other mode of transport. It's best recited just as you are about to set off.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and a clear voice. Understand each part of the dua: acknowledging Allah's power in enabling travel, asking for good deeds and piety, requesting ease and a shortened journey, appointing Allah as your guardian in your absence, and seeking His protection from travel's difficulties and evil outcomes.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive dua encapsulates the essence of seeking Allah's blessings and protection during travel. It acknowledges Allah's control over all affairs, asks for His guidance and acceptance of deeds, and seeks refuge from potential dangers. By reciting this, we affirm our reliance on Allah and trust in His plan, knowing He is the ultimate Protector and Guardian.
Source & Authentication
Ibn 'Umar (may Allah be pleased with them both) said: When the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) mounted his camel for the journey, he would say 'Allahu Akbar' three times. 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 will return. O Allah, we ask You for righteousness and piety in our journey, and in deeds which please You. O Allah, make this journey easy for us, and make its distance short for us. O Allah, You are the Companion on the journey and the Successor (to guard) the family. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the hardships of the journey, and from the distress of seeing evil, and from the evil turn of events in wealth and family.' And when he returned, he recited these words, and said: 'We are returning in repentance, worshipping, praising our Lord.'