اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ فِي سَفَرِي هَذَا البِرَّ وَالتَّقْوَى، وَمِنَ العَمَلِ مَا تَرْضَى، اللَّهُمَّ هَوِّنْ عَلَيْنَا سَفَرَنا هَذَا وَاطْوِ لَنَا بُعْدَهُ، اللَّهُمَّ أَنْتَ الصَّاحِبُ فِي السَّفَرِ، وَالخَلِيفَةُ فِي الأَهْلِ، اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ وَعْثَاءِ السَّفَرِ، وَكَآبَةِ المَنْظَرِ، وَسُوءِ المُنْقَلَبِ فِي المَالِ وَالأَهْلِ.
O Allah, I ask You in this journey of mine for righteousness and piety, and for deeds that please You. O Allah, make this journey easy for us, and bring its distance closer. O Allah, You are the Companion on the journey and the Successor to my family. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the hardships of the journey, the sorrow of seeing [an evil sight], and from a bad outcome in property and family.
Allahumma inni as'aluka fi safari hadha al-birra wat-taqwa, wa minal-'amali ma tarda, Allahumma hawwin 'alayna safarana hadha watwi lana bu'dah, Allahumma anta as-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-ahl.
When to Read
This comprehensive dua is recommended to be recited when embarking on a journey. It encapsulates seeking good from the journey, ease in travel, and protection from its potential difficulties, while also remembering Allah's oversight over both the traveler and their family. The travel itself is an opportunity to reflect on our dependence on Allah and His power, fostering spiritual growth through acknowledging His presence in our lives.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a humble heart as you begin your journey. Imagine Allah (SWT) listening to your supplication and extending His protection and blessings. It's beneficial to understand the meaning of each phrase to connect more deeply with the supplication. Take a moment before reciting to clear your mind and focus on your intention to travel with Allah's guidance.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua offers immense spiritual benefits. It acknowledges Allah as the true Companion and Protector, fostering a sense of reliance on Him (tawakkul). By seeking protection from hardships and ill fortunes, the traveler is essentially seeking Allah's safeguarding presence, which can bring peace of mind and security. The request for 'deeds that please You' while traveling highlights the importance of maintaining one's religious obligations and seeking opportunities for good, even away from home, thus promoting continuous spiritual development.
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 fi safari hadha al-birra wat-taqwa, wa minal-'amali ma tarda, Allahumma hawwin 'alayna safarana hadha watwi lana bu'dah, Allahumma anta as-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-ahl.' (O Allah, I ask You in this journey of mine for righteousness and piety, and for deeds that please You. O Allah, make this journey easy for us, and bring its distance closer. O Allah, You are the Companion on the journey and the Successor to my family. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the hardships of the journey, the sorrow of seeing [an evil sight], and from a bad outcome in property and family.)