الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي كَسَانِي هَذَا الثَّوْبَ وَرَزَقَنِيهِ مِنْ غَيْرِ حَوْلٍ مِنِّي وَلَا قُوَّةٍ
All praise is for Allah Who clothed me with this (garment) and provided it for me without any strength or power from my side.
Alhamdulillahilladhi kasani hadhath thawba wa razaqanihi min ghayri hawlin minni wa la quwwah.
When to Read
This dua is recommended to be recited when wearing a new garment, whether it's a shirt, trousers, a dress, or any other piece of clothing. It's a beautiful moment to acknowledge Allah's grace as you prepare to present yourself to the world.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and humility after putting on the new clothing. Feel the gratitude in your heart as you acknowledge that this provision is purely from Allah's mercy, not due to your own might or effort. It’s a simple yet profound act of worship.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua is a Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. It fosters a deep sense of gratitude and humility, reminding us that all blessings, including the ability to wear clean and decent clothing, come from Allah alone. This recognition shifts our focus from the garment itself to the Giver of the garment, subtly influencing our inner state. By acknowledging Allah's provision, we also acknowledge our dependence on Him, which can lead to increased mindfulness of our actions and intentions while wearing the clothes, aligning our outward appearance with inner piety.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Abu Sa'eed Al-Khudri that the Messenger of Allah ﷺ, when he wore a new garment, would mention its name, be it a shirt or a turban, and then say: 'Alhamdulillahilladhi kasanī hādhā ath-thauba wa razaqanīhi min ghayri ḥawlin minnī wa lā quwwatin.' (All praise is for Allah Who clothed me with this garment and provided it for me without any strength or power from my side.) (Sunan Abi Dawud 4023, Grade: Hasan) Narrated by Mu'adh bin Anas Al-Juhani: The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said: 'The one who, when he breaks his fast, says: Praise be to Allah. The one who clothes me with this and gives me what suffices me and provides for me, then Allah forgives him the past (sins).' (Sunan At-Tirmidhi 1767 - though the wording is slightly different in Tirmidhi, the essence of gratitude for provision is similar, and the first narration from Abu Saeed is more specific to clothing.)