الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي كَسَانِي هَذَا الثَّوْبَ وَرَزَقَنِيهِ مِنْ غَيْرِ حَوْلٍ مِنِّي وَلَا قُوَّةٍ
Praise be to Allah, Who clothed me with this garment and provided it for me, without any strength or power on my part.
Alhamdulillahilladhi kasani hadhath-thawba wa razaqanihi min ghairi hawlin minni wa la quwwatin
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited when putting on new clothes. It's a moment to pause and acknowledge that this blessing, like all others, comes solely from Allah (Glorified and Exalted is He). Whether it's a simple shirt or more formal attire, the principle remains the same: recognizing His provision in our lives.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely after you have chosen and are about to wear a new garment. Place your right hand on the clothing as you say it, feeling the fabric and connecting with the meaning of gratitude. It's a personal reflection on Allah's immense bounty, acknowledging our own dependence on Him for even the simplest necessities.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a profound expression of gratitude. By reciting it, we acknowledge that our ability to obtain and wear clothes isn't due to our own might or intelligence, but a direct blessing from Allah. This recognition fosters humility and strengthens our connection to our Creator, reminding us that everything we have is an amanah (trust) from Him. It cultivates a habit of mindfulness, ensuring we don't become complacent in His blessings.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Sa'id al-Khudri: When the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) put on a new garment, he would mention its name, be it a shirt or a turban, and then say: 'Alhamdulillahilladhi kafani wa 'awlani wa razaqani min ghairi hawlin minni wa la quwwatin.' (Praise be to Allah, Who sufficed me and protected me and provided for me without any strength on my part or power).