Dua for entering the toilet
Dua for entering the toilet: these are duas recited to seek refuge in Allah from evil on entering, and to ask for forgiveness on leaving.
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Arabic
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْخُبُثِ وَالْخَبَائِثِ
- Transliteration
- Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-khubthi wal-khaba'ith.
- Meaning
- O Allah! I seek refuge in You from male and female devils (from every kind of filth).
When it is recited
This dua is recited before entering the toilet; on leaving, “Ghufranak” (I ask for Your forgiveness) is said.
Sources
This dua is based on the Quran and hadith sources below.
- HadithSahih al-Bukhari, 142; Sahih Muslim, 375
It is reported from Anas (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) would recite this dua when entering the toilet.
- HadithJami at-Tirmidhi, 7; Sunan Abi Dawud, 30
It is reported from Aisha (may Allah be pleased with her) that the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) would say “Ghufranak” on leaving the toilet.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this dua.
Which dua is recited when entering the toilet?
The dua “Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-khubthi wal-khaba'ith” is recited.What is said on leaving the toilet?
“Ghufranak” (O Allah, I ask for Your forgiveness) is said.