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, though I myself did not have the power or ability to obtain it.
Alhamdulillahilladhi kasani hadha ath-thawba wa razaqanihi min ghairi hawlin minni wa la quwwah.
When to Read
This dua is recited specifically when wearing a new garment, whether it's a shirt, a pair of trousers, a cloak, or any new piece of clothing. It's a beautiful moment to pause and acknowledge Allah's bounty.
How to Read
Recite this sincerely when you put on a new piece of clothing. Feel the gratitude in your heart for this provision from Allah. It’s a way of expressing humility and recognizing that all blessings come from Him.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses profound meanings. It teaches us to be thankful for even the simplest of blessings, like clothing, which protects us and adorns us. By acknowledging that the provision is from Allah and not our own doing, we foster humility and prevent arrogance. This act reminds us that Allah is the ultimate provider, and all strength and ability come from Him alone. It's a way to start wearing the new item with the remembrance of its Giver, making it a spiritually enriching experience.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Sa'id al-Khudri (may Allah be pleased with him): When the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ wore a new garment, he would mention its name, be it a shirt or a turban, and then say: 'Alhamdulillahilladhi kasani hadha ath-thawba wa razaqanihi min ghairi hawlin minni wa la quwwah.' (All praise is due to Allah, Who has clothed me with this garment and provided it for me, though I myself did not have the power or ability to obtain it.) — Sunan Abi Dawud 4023, Sunan At-Tirmidhi 1767 (classified as Hasan)