Returning home? Begin with the Prophet’s ﷺ dua for entering the home. this is a powerful prayer that invites blessings and bars evil from entering with you. This authentic supplication, recited daily by the Messenger ﷺ, transforms your house into a protected sanctuary. Learn the Arabic and meaning below.
Bismillāhi walajnā. wa bismillāhi kharajnā. wa `ala Rabbinā tawakkalnā
بِسْـمِ اللهِ وَلَجْنـا وَبِسْـمِ اللهِ خَـرَجْنـا وَعَلـى رَبِّنـا تَوَكّلْـن (ثم ليسلم على أهله.
Abu Dawud 4/325. Muslim {Hadith no. 2018)
Hisnul Muslim 18
In Islam, supplication, or du’a, is a personal and direct way to communicate with Allah (God). It reflects a Muslim’s humility, dependence, and trust in their Creator. Unlike the structured five daily prayers, du’as can be offered anytime and in any language. Many du’as come from Arabic and are based on the Qur’an and Hadith.
Muslims use du’a to seek guidance, forgiveness, comfort during difficulty, or to show gratitude. Everyday actions can gain spiritual meaning through du’a. For example, the dua for entering the home invites Allah’s blessings and protection. Supplication shows the core of a believer’s connection with God: personal, sincere, and rooted in faith. It reminds believers of Allah’s nearness and mercy. It also strengthens the belief that no request is too small or too great for His attention.
