الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي كَسَانِي هَذَا الثَّوْبَ وَرَزَقَنِيهِ مِنْ غَيْرِ حَوْلٍ مِنِّي وَلَا قُوَّةٍ
All praise is due to Allah, who 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 dua is specifically recited when putting on a new garment. It's a moment to express gratitude to Allah for the blessing of clothing, acknowledging that it's a provision from Him alone, not due to our own efforts.
How to Read
Recite this supplication with sincerity, ideally as you are dressing. Pause for a moment to reflect on the meaning of the words, recognizing Allah's blessings in providing for you. It's a beautiful practice to make this a habit whenever you wear something new, fostering a constant state of gratitude.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses several profound benefits. Firstly, it's an act of immense gratitude (Shukr) to Allah, acknowledging that every blessing, including clothing, is from Him. It instills humility by recognizing our dependence on Allah's provision ('without any strength or power from myself'). The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua to express appreciation and seek Allah's continued favor and protection.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Sa'id Al-Khudri: When Allah's Messenger ﷺ put on a new garment, he would mention its name (like a turban, or a shirt, or a cloak), and then say: 'Alhamdulillahilladhi kasanī hādhā ar-razqa wa mākhalaqahū, wa j'ala fīhi khayran' (Glory be to Allah Who has clothed me with this and provided it for me, and created it, and made goodness in it). When he took off a garment, he would say: 'Al-Khirqah wa bi's al-khirqah' (This garment, and the worst of garments). (The narrator) 'Umar bin 'Ali said: 'Alhamdulillahilladhi kasanī hādhā ath-thawba wa razaqanīhi min ghayri hawlin minnī wa lā quwwatin' (All praise is due to Allah, Who clothed me with this garment and provided it for me, without any strength or power from myself).