سُبْحَانَ الَّذِي سَخَّرَ لَنَا هَذَا وَمَا كُنَّا لَهُ مُقْرِنِينَ وَإِنَّا إِلَىٰ رَبِّنَا لَمُنقَلِبُونَ
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.
Subhanalladhi sakhkhara lana hadha wa ma kunna lahu muqrinun. Wa inna ila Rabbina lamunqalibun.
When to Read
This dua is traditionally recited when setting out on a journey, including travel to visit relatives. It's a beautiful reminder of Allah's power in enabling our movement and a declaration of our ultimate return to Him. Recite it as you begin your travel, whether by car, plane, or any other mode of transport.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and understanding. Pause to reflect on the meaning: acknowledging Allah's mastery over creation, which allows us to travel, and affirming our belief in the Hereafter. It’s typically recited once before embarking.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is more than just words; it's a profound acknowledgment of Allah's might and our dependence on Him. It instills humility and gratitude as we recognize that our ability to travel is not solely due to our own efforts but by Allah's grace. The acknowledgment of returning to Allah reminds us to keep our journey and actions mindful of the Akhirah (Hereafter).
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abdullah ibn Umar (may Allah be pleased with them both): The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said: 'When any of you wants to travel, he should say: Subhanalladhi sakhkhara lana hadha wa ma kunna lahu muqrinun. Wa inna ila Rabbina lamunqalibun. (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.) And when he returns, he should say this same du'a, and also: 'We are returning, repenting, worshipping, and to our Lord we are returning.' (Sahih Muslim 1342)