Dua & Sunnah

Dua for Wearing New Clothes: A Shield and a Reminder

Wearing Clothes
Hasan HadithSunan Abi Dawud 4023

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.

Alhamdulillahilladhi kasani hadha-th-thawba wa razaqanihi min ghayri hawlin minni wa la quwwah

When to Read

This beautiful dua is recited when putting on a new garment, whether it's a shirt, trousers, a scarf, or any new clothing item. It's a moment of gratitude, acknowledging that this provision is from Allah alone.

How to Read

When you put on a new piece of clothing, take a moment to reflect on Allah's blessings. Recite this dua with sincerity, feeling the gratitude for the garment. It’s not just about the words, but the heart behind them, recognizing that this comfort and provision are from your Creator.

Virtues & Benefits

Reciting this dua upon wearing new clothes brings immense blessings. It acknowledges Allah's bounty and expresses sincere gratitude, which is a key virtue in Islam. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us this dua to remind us that even our ability to acquire and wear clothes is a gift from Allah, not a result of our own might. This fosters humility and prevents arrogance. By remembering Allah in this simple act, we invite His continued favor and protection, seeking that our clothing becomes a means for us to remember Him and perform righteous deeds.

Source & Authentication

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ was brought a garment. He would wear it, and then he would say: 'Alhamdulillahilladhi kasani hadha-th-thawba wa razaqanihi min ghayri hawlin minni wa la quwwah.' (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.) Then he would forbid his companions from wearing the old garment that had been worn out until it had been turned into rags and used as a patch or to be mended. — Sunan Abi Dawud 4023, graded Hasan by Al-Albani. Also recorded in Sunan At-Tirmidhi 1770, and he said: 'Hasan Gharib.'
Hasan HadithSunan Abi Dawud 4023
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