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.
Alhamdulillah alladhi kasani hadha ath-thawba wa razaqanihi min ghayri hawlin minni wa la quwwatin
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited when you wear a new garment, whether it's a shirt, trousers, a scarf, or any other clothing item. It's a moment to pause before stepping out, to acknowledge Allah's grace in providing for you.
How to Read
Upon wearing the new garment, stand, and recite this dua with sincerity and reflection. Feel the texture of the cloth and visualize Allah's provision. It’s about more than just the words; it’s about connecting with the meaning – that all good things come from Allah.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication serves as a powerful reminder of our utter dependence on Allah. By acknowledging that our ability to acquire and wear clothes is from Him alone, we foster gratitude and humility. The dua specifically mentions 'without any strength or power from myself,' which helps us to shed arrogance and recognize that every provision, big or small, is a blessing from our Creator. This recognition builds inner resilience and strength, knowing that Allah is the ultimate source of all power and sustenance. It also keeps us grounded and thankful for even the simplest of provisions.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Abu Sa'eed Al-Khudri that when the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) wore a new garment, he would mention its name, like a 'qalansuwah' (skullcap) or a 'jubbah' (cloak), and then he would say: 'Alhamdulillah alladhi kasani hadha ath-thawba wa razaqanihi min ghayri hawlin minni wa la quwwatin.' (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 it and say: 'Wear it when it has worn out.' (Sunan Abi Dawud 4023, Sunan At-Tirmidhi 1767. At-Tirmidhi said: 'Hasan Gharib.')