اَلْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي كَسَانِي هَذَا الثَّوْبَ وَرَزَقَنِيهِ مِنْ غَيْرِ حَوْلٍ مِنِّي وَلَا قُوَّةٍ
All praise is for Allah Who has clothed me with this garment and provided it for me without any strength or power from myself.
Alhamdulillah alladhi kasani hadha ath-thawba wa razaqanihi min ghayri hawlin minni wa la quwwatin
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited specifically when wearing a new garment. It's a moment of gratitude, acknowledging that any blessing we receive, including new clothes, comes solely from Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta'ala). Imagine the feeling of wearing something new – a shirt, a pair of trousers, a scarf. Before you even step out, pause for a moment. Take a deep breath and offer this praise to Allah. It's a simple act that transforms a mundane moment into an act of worship.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and heartfelt gratitude as you put on a new piece of clothing. It's often said after the garment is fully on. Feel the fabric, appreciate the comfort, and let the words flow from your heart, acknowledging Allah's grace. The act of remembering Allah in moments of blessing is a key aspect of our faith, and this dua perfectly encapsulates that.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a powerful reminder of our dependence on Allah. By reciting it, we acknowledge that our ability to obtain and wear new clothes is not due to our own might or effort, but a pure gift from our Creator. This fosters humility and prevents arrogance, keeping our hearts grounded. It also cultivates a deeper sense of gratitude, recognizing that even seemingly small blessings are from Allah, and that He deserves all praise. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) taught us this dua, showing its immense value in strengthening our connection with Allah through daily actions.
Source & Authentication
The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: 'Whoever wears a garment and says: Praise be to Allah, Who has clothed me with this and provided it for me without any strength on my part or any power, his past sins are forgiven.' (Sunan Abi Dawud 4023). The version in Sunan At-Tirmidhi states: 'Whoever wears a new garment and says: Praise be to Allah, Who has clothed me with this and provided it for me by (Your) planning, without any strength from me or power from me. His previous sins are forgiven.' (Tirmidhi 1767, he said it is Hasan Gharib).