Dua when leaving the home
Dua when leaving the home: a dua of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him), recited on stepping outside to place trust in Allah and seek His protection.
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Arabic
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ تَوَكَّلْتُ عَلَى اللَّهِ، وَلَا حَوْلَ وَلَا قُوَّةَ إِلَّا بِاللَّهِ
- Transliteration
- Bismillahi tawakkaltu alallah, wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billah.
- Meaning
- In the name of Allah. I have placed my trust in Allah. Power and strength come only from Allah.
When it is recited
It is recited when leaving the home to go outside.
Virtue
According to the hadith, whoever says this is told, “You have been guided, sufficed, and protected,” and Shaytan moves away from him.
Sources
This dua is based on the Quran and hadith sources below.
- HadithJami at-Tirmidhi, 3426; Sunan Abi Dawud, 5095
It is reported from Anas (may Allah be pleased with him) that whoever says this dua on leaving the home will be protected.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this dua.
Which dua is recited when leaving the home?
The dua “Bismillahi tawakkaltu alallah, wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billah” is recited.Why is this dua recited?
It is recited with the intention of trusting in Allah, so that His protection lasts throughout the day and one's affairs go well.