سُبْحَانَ الَّذِي سَخَّرَ لَنَا هَذَا وَمَا كُنَّا لَهُ مُقْرِنِينَ وَإِنَّا إِلَىٰ رَبِّنَا لَمُنقَلِبُونَ اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَسْأَلُكَ فِي سَفَرِنَا هَذَا البِرَّ وَالتَّقْوَىٰ 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 (transportation) to us, and we could never have accomplished it by ourselves. And to our Lord we will certainly return. O Allah, we ask You for righteousness and piety in our journey, and for deeds that please You. O Allah, make this journey easy for us and shorten its distance for us. O Allah, You are the Companion on the journey and the Successor among the family. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the hardships of the journey, from a sorrowful sight, and from the bad turn in property and family.
Subhanalladhi sakhkhara lana hadha wa ma kunna lahu muqrinina wa inna ila Rabbina lamunqalibuna. 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'tha'is-safari, wa ka'abatil-mandhari, wa su'il-munqalabi fil-mali wal-ahli.
When to Read
This dua is specifically taught for the beginning of a journey, as the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would recite it upon mounting his ride. It's particularly relevant when facing the initial challenges or anticipating inconveniences during travel, asking Allah for ease and protection.
How to Read
Recite this comprehensive dua with sincerity and contemplation as you embark on your journey, ideally upon commencing travel or boarding your mode of transportation. Focus on the meaning of each phrase, internalizing the reliance on Allah and seeking His divine assistance for patience and ease.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates the traveler's submission to Allah, acknowledging His dominion over all things. It actively seeks divine help to make the journey smooth, asking for virtues like righteousness and piety. Crucially, it includes seeking refuge from the common difficulties of travel, such as arduousness, unpleasant sights, and potential loss or harm to one's family and possessions, fostering patience and gratitude amidst unforeseen events.
Source & Authentication
Jabir reported: We were with the Prophet ﷺ when he intended to travel. When he mounted his camel, he said: 'Subhanalladhi sakhkhara lana hadha wa ma kunna lahu muqrinina wa inna ila Rabbina lamunqalibuna. 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'tha'is-safari, wa ka'abatil-mandhari, wa su'il-munqalabi fil-mali wal-ahli.' When he returned, he recited these words and added: 'Ayibuna, ta'ibuna, 'abiduna, li-Rabbina hamiduna.' (We have returned, repenting, worshipping, and to our Lord praising.)