الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي كَسَانِي هَذَا الثَّوْبَ وَرَزَقَنِيهِ مِنْ غَيْرِ حَوْلٍ مِنِّي وَلَا قُوَّةٍ
All praise is due to Allah Who has clothed me with this garment and provided it for me without any strength or power from my side.
Alhamdulillah alladhi kasani hadha ath-thawba wa razaqanihi min ghayri hawlin minni wa la quwwah
When to Read
This dua is recommended to be recited immediately after putting on a new garment, or any garment. It's a moment of gratitude for the blessing of being clothed, which is a fundamental need for human dignity and protection.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere gratitude, recognizing that all provisions, including clothing, come from Allah (Glorified and Exalted is He). Reflect on the meaning as you put on the garment. It's best recited right after the clothing is fully on.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua acknowledges Allah's blessings, expressing thankfulness for the provision of clothing. It also recognizes our own dependence on Him, as neither strength nor ability to acquire such blessings comes from us alone. This humble recognition can lead to Allah's continued favor and protection. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua, highlighting its importance in remembering Allah's favors in our daily lives.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Sa'id al-Khudri: When the Prophet ﷺ used to wear a new garment, he would mention its name (like a shirt or a turban) and say: 'Alhamdulillah alladhi kasani hadha ath-thawba wa razaqanihi min ghayri hawlin minni wa la quwwah.' (Sunan Abi Dawud 4023). The narrator of this hadith is considered Hasan by many scholars.