Dua for travel
Dua for travel: a dua mentioned in the Quran, recited when getting into a vehicle and setting out on a journey.
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Arabic
سُبْحَانَ الَّذِي سَخَّرَ لَنَا هَٰذَا وَمَا كُنَّا لَهُ مُقْرِنِينَ، وَإِنَّا إِلَىٰ رَبِّنَا لَمُنْقَلِبُونَ
- Transliteration
- Subhanalladhi sakhkhara lana hadha wa ma kunna lahu muqrinin, wa inna ila rabbina la-munqalibun.
- Meaning
- Glory be to Allah who has subjected this to us, for we could not have done it ourselves. Indeed, we will return to our Lord.
When it is recited
Recited when getting into a car, an airplane, or any other vehicle and setting out on a journey.
Virtue
It is reported from Ibn Umar (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) would get onto his mount when setting out on a journey and recite these verses.
Sources
This dua is based on the Quran and hadith sources below.
The dua for travel appears in the Quran in verses 13-14 of Surah Az-Zukhruf.
- HadithSahih Muslim, 1342
It is reported from Ibn Umar (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) would recite these verses while traveling.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this dua.
When is the dua for travel recited?
It is recited when getting into a vehicle and setting out on a journey.What is the meaning of the dua for travel?
It reminds a person that their means of transport and their journey are a favor from Allah, and it instills trust in Allah and gratitude.