اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ خَيْرَ هَذِهِ السَّفَرِ وَخَيْرَ مَا فِيهِ وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ هَذِهِ السَّفَرِ وَشَرِّ مَا فِيهِ اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا
O Allah, I ask You for the goodness of this journey and the goodness of what it contains, and I seek refuge in You from the evil of this journey and the evil of what it contains. O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provision, and acceptable deeds.
Allahumma inni as'aluka khaira hadhihis-safari wa khaira ma fihi wa a'udhu bika min sharri hadhihis-safari wa sharri ma fihi. Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an wa rizqan tayyiban wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.
When to Read
This is a powerful dua to recite at the very beginning of a journey, just as you embark or are about to embark. It encompasses seeking the best outcomes for your travels and protection from any potential harm or difficulties, while also asking for spiritual and worldly benefits during your time away.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and a clear heart, focusing on the meaning of each phrase. It's best recited while stationary, perhaps before getting into your vehicle or taking your first steps on your journey. Imagine yourself asking Allah directly for His protection and blessings throughout your travels.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication is comprehensive. It asks for the *khair* (goodness) of the journey and its contents, and seeks refuge from *sharr* (evil). This covers physical safety, emotional well-being, and protection from unforeseen mishaps. Furthermore, it includes a request for beneficial knowledge, pure sustenance, and deeds that are accepted by Allah – essential elements for any traveler seeking to make their time away productive and pleasing to their Creator.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Abu Hurayrah (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) used to say, when he set out on a journey: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka khaira hadhihis-safari wa khaira ma fihi wa a'udhu bika min sharri hadhihis-safari wa sharri ma fihi. Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an wa rizqan tayyiban wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.'