155. Dua before leaving house
Umm Salamah (RA) narrated that: When the Prophet (ﷺ) would leave his house, he would say:
Dua before leaving house in Arabic
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ تَوَكَّلْتُ عَلَى اللَّهِ اَللَّـهُمَّ إِنَّا نَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ أَنْ نَزِلَّ أَوْ نَضِلَّ أَوْ نَظْلِمَ أَوْ نُظْلَمَ أَوْ نَجْهَلَ أَوْ يُجْهَلَ عَلَيْنَا
Dua before leaving house English Transliteration
Bismillaahi, tawakkaltu 'alal-laahi. Allaahumma, inna na`udhu bika min an nazilla aw nadilla, aw nazlima aw nuzlama, aw najhala aw yujhala 'alaina
Dua before leaving house English Translation
In the Name of Allah, I place my trust in Allah. O Allah! We seek refuge in You from slipping unintentionally or becoming misguided, or committing oppression or being oppressed, or acting ignorantly or being treated ignorantly.
A mu'min should recite these adhkar by his/her heart whenever (Day/Night) he/she goes outside.
Hadith about the Dua
Arabic Text
حَدَّثَنَا مَحْمُودُ بْنُ غَيْلاَنَ، حَدَّثَنَا وَكِيعٌ، حَدَّثَنَا سُفْيَانُ، عَنْ مَنْصُورٍ، عَنْ عَامِرٍ الشَّعْبِيِّ، عَنْ أُمِّ سَلَمَةَ، أَنَّ النَّبِيَّ صلى الله عليه وسلم كَانَ إِذَا خَرَجَ مِنْ بَيْتِهِ قَالَ " بِسْمِ اللَّهِ تَوَكَّلْتُ عَلَى اللَّهِ اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ أَنْ نَزِلَّ أَوْ نَضِلَّ أَوْ نَظْلِمَ أَوْ نُظْلَمَ أَوْ نَجْهَلَ أَوْ يُجْهَلَ عَلَيْنَا " . قَالَ أَبُو عِيسَى هَذَا حَدِيثٌ حَسَنٌ صَحِيحٌ .
Umm Salamah narrated that : When the Prophet (ﷺ) would leave his house, he would say: “In the Name of Allah, I place my trust in Allah. O Allah! We seek refuge in You from slipping unintentionally or becoming misguided, or committing oppression or being oppressed, or acting ignorantly or being treated ignorantly (Bismillāh, tawakkaltu `alallāh. Allāhumma, innā na`ūdhu bika min an nazilla aw naḍilla, aw naẓlima aw nuẓlam, aw najhala aw yujhala alainā).” [Sahih (Albani). Tirmidhi: 3427]
Benefits of dua before leaving house
This dua before leaving house brings protection, guidance, and peace
- Brings Allah’s protection from harm when stepping outside
- Guards against mistakes or being misguided during the day
- Prevents being wronged or doing wrong to others while outside
- Shields from ignorance and foolish actions in daily life
- Strengthens trust in Allahwith Bismillahi tawakkaltu allah
- Encourages mindful and safe travel for all journeys
- Adds comfort and calm when using dua for leaving home
When to Recite dua before leaving house
Dua before leaving house fits many daily moments for Muslims
- Before stepping out for work or school to seek Allah’s protection
- When leaving for travel or journey, making it a travel dua too
- Before visiting friends, family, or neighbors for safe meeting
- Before going on errands or shopping to guard against harm
- When leaving home for prayers or mosque as a masnoon dua
How to perform dua before leaving house
The dua before leaving house can be performed in simple steps
- Begin with Bismillahi tawakkaltu Allahto show trust in Allah
- Recite the dua before leaving house quietly or aloud before exiting
- Remember the meaning of Bismillahi tawakkaltu alAllahin arabic for deeper focus
- Keep the heart sincere and mindful, asking for protection and guidance
- Say this dua daily to build habit and comfort when leaving home
Summary
Dua before leaving house helps Muslims seek protection, guidance, and trust in Allahbefore stepping out. Saying Bismillahi tawakkaltu Allahmakes each journey safe and mindful for daily life.
Muslims use this dua when leaving the house, traveling, or starting any journey. It is a simple yet strong way to ask Allahfor safety, avoid harm, and stay guided outside. Reciting this dua brings peace and reminds us of Allah’s care.