161. Dua for Leaving the Toilet
It is narrated on the authority of Aisha (RA) that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) used to say when he came out of the toilet:
Dua for Leaving the Toilet in Arabic
غُفْرَانَكَ
Dua for Leaving the Toilet English Transliteration
Gufraanak
Dua for Leaving the Toilet English Translation
I ask You (Allah) for forgiveness.
Ayesha (RA) said that Rasoolullah (ﷺ) used to say this dua when he came out of the toilet.
Hadith about the Dua
Arabic Text
حَدَّثَنَا عَمْرُو بْنُ مُحَمَّدٍ النَّاقِدُ، حَدَّثَنَا هَاشِمُ بْنُ الْقَاسِمِ، حَدَّثَنَا إِسْرَائِيلُ، عَنْ يُوسُفَ بْنِ أَبِي بُرْدَةَ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، حَدَّثَتْنِي عَائِشَةُ، رضى الله عنها أَنَّ النَّبِيَّ صلى الله عليه وسلم كَانَ إِذَا خَرَجَ مِنَ الْغَائِطِ قَالَ " غُفْرَانَكَ " .
Narrated Aisha, Ummul Mu'minin: When the Prophet (ﷺ) came out of the privy, he used to say: "Grant me Thy forgiveness." [Sahih (Albani). Abu Dawud: 30]
Benefits of dua for leaving the toilet
Saying this dua for leaving the toilet brings peace and forgiveness. It connects daily actions with Islamic toilet etiquette and reminds us of Allah's mercy.
- Brings forgiveness in Islam for mistakes made during bathroom time
- Offers comfort and peace after leaving the toilet
- Helps remember Islamic toilet etiquette and manners
- Connects everyday acts with duas for Muslims
- Builds a habit of cleanliness and thankfulness
- Makes each day start with a humble heart
- Keeps bathroom dua part of daily routine
When to Recite dua for leaving the toilet
Saying the dua for leaving the toilet has special times. Each time you leave, remember this simple act and make it part of your daily habits.
- After leaving the toilet before stepping out of the bathroom
- When exiting the washroom after using it at home or outside
- Right after finishing cleaning yourself in the restroom
- Each time after using the toilet to keep Islamic toilet etiquette
How to perform dua for leaving the toilet
Learning how to perform the dua for leaving the toilet makes daily life better for Muslims. This simple act strengthens Islamic toilet etiquette and helps remember Allah.
- Say the dua for leaving toilet right after stepping out with your right foot first
- Recite Gufraanak or the bathroom dua in Arabic or your language
- Remember to keep clean and practice forgiveness in Islam while saying the dua
- Make it a habit to say this dua after toilet every time you leave
- Teach children and family to recite baitul khala ki dua for daily practice
Summary
The dua for leaving the toilet is short but full of meaning. With the words Gufraanak, Muslims ask Allahfor forgiveness and mercy as part of islamic toilet etiquette. This simple prayer makes everyday acts into chances to connect with Allah’s kindness.
By saying this dua after toilet, Muslims show thankfulness for health and cleanliness. It brings peace to the heart and helps remember the importance of forgiveness in Islam. Making this small dua part of daily life is a gentle way to keep faith close in every action.