اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَسْأَلُكَ فِي سَفَرِنَا هَذَا الْبِرَّ وَالتَّقْوَى، وَمِنَ الْعَمَلِ مَا تَرْضَى، اللَّهُمَّ هَوِّنْ عَلَيْنَا سَفَرَنَا هَذَا وَاطْوِ عَنَّا بُعْدَهُ، اللَّهُمَّ أَنْتَ الصَّاحِبُ فِي السَّفَرِ وَالْخَلِيفَةُ فِي الأَهْلِ، اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ وَعْثَاءِ السَّفَرِ وَكَآبَةِ الْمَنْظَرِ وَسُوءِ الْمُنْقَلَبِ فِي الْمَالِ وَالأَهْلِ.
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 Guardian of the family. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the hardships of travel, the distress of seeing [evil], and the evil consequences in wealth and family.
Allahumma inna nas'aluka fi safarina hadhal-birra wat-taqwa, wa minal-'amali ma tardha. 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-manzari wa su'il-munqalabi fil-mali wal-ahli.
When to Read
This dua is recited at the commencement of a journey, especially when embarking on a route known to be challenging or potentially dangerous. It is recited as you are about to depart, setting your intention and seeking Allah's protection and ease from the very beginning.
How to Read
Recite this supplication with sincere intention and a humble heart, facing the direction of your travel if possible. Raise your hands as you normally would for dua. It is recommended to recite it just before setting off. The act of seeking refuge in Allah emphasizes reliance on Him for protection against all potential difficulties.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua provides comprehensive protection, encompassing physical hardships ('wa'tha'is-safari'), emotional distress ('ka'abatil-manzari'), and negative outcomes affecting one's family and property ('su'il-munqalabi fil-mali wal-ahli'). It also signifies placing trust in Allah as the ultimate Companion and Guardian, fostering peace of mind during travel. Seeking Allah's pleasure in our deeds ('minal-'amali ma tardha') ensures our journey itself becomes an act of worship.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Abu Hurayrah that when the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) set out on a journey, he would say: 'Allahumma inna nas'aluka fi safarina hadhal-birra wat-taqwa, wa minal-'amali ma tardha. 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-manzari wa su'il-munqalabi fil-mali wal-ahli.' (Sahih Muslim 1341)