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 myself.
Alhamdulillah alladhi kasani hadha ath-thawba wa razaqanihi min ghairi hawlin minni wa la quwwatin.
When to Read
This beautiful dua is specifically recited when wearing a new garment for the first time. It's an opportune moment to express gratitude for Allah's blessings and acknowledge that our ability to acquire new things, like clothing, is entirely from Him.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely when you put on a new item of clothing. Understand the meaning behind the words: you are acknowledging Allah as the true provider and recognizing your own dependence on Him. It’s a moment to reflect on how this outer covering can be a symbol of the inner purity and righteousness we strive for.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua fosters a sense of humility and gratitude. By attributing the provision of the garment to Allah alone, we reinforce the understanding that all blessings come from Him. It reminds us to be conscious of our intentions when dressing – to wear clothes that not only cover us but also reflect a sense of modesty and adherence to Islamic etiquette, seeking Allah's pleasure in our appearance.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Abu Sa'eed Al-Khudri that when the Messenger of Allah ﷺ wore a new garment, he would mention its name, be it a shirt or a turban, and then say: 'Alhamdulillah alladhi kasani hadha ath-thawba wa razaqanihi min ghairi hawlin minni wa la quwwatin.' (All praise is due to Allah, Who has clothed me with this garment and provided it for me without any strength or power from myself.) *Classification: Its chain of narration is Hasan.