332. Dhikr & Dua for Journey (Allahu Akbar)
When the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) went out on a journey, he would sit on the back of his camel and say three times:
Dhikr & Dua for Journey in Arabic
اَللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ
Dhikr & Dua for Journey English Transliteration
Allahu Akbar
Dhikr & Dua for Journey English Translation
Allah is the Most Great.
Hadith about the Dua
Arabic Text
حَدَّثَنِي هَارُونُ بْنُ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ، حَدَّثَنَا حَجَّاجُ بْنُ مُحَمَّدٍ، قَالَ قَالَ ابْنُ جُرَيْجٍ أَخْبَرَنِي أَبُو الزُّبَيْرِ، أَنَّ عَلِيًّا الأَزْدِيَّ، أَخْبَرَهُ أَنَّ ابْنَ عُمَرَ عَلَّمَهُمْ أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم كَانَ إِذَا اسْتَوَى عَلَى بَعِيرِهِ خَارِجًا إِلَى سَفَرٍ كَبَّرَ ثَلاَثًا ثُمَّ قَالَ " سُبْحَانَ الَّذِي سَخَّرَ لَنَا هَذَا وَمَا كُنَّا لَهُ مُقْرِنِينَ وَإِنَّا إِلَى رَبِّنَا لَمُنْقَلِبُونَ اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَسْأَلُكَ فِي سَفَرِنَا هَذَا الْبِرَّ وَالتَّقْوَى وَمِنَ الْعَمَلِ مَا تَرْضَى اللَّهُمَّ هَوِّنْ عَلَيْنَا سَفَرَنَا هَذَا وَاطْوِ عَنَّا بُعْدَهُ اللَّهُمَّ أَنْتَ الصَّاحِبُ فِي السَّفَرِ وَالْخَلِيفَةُ فِي الأَهْلِ اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ وَعْثَاءِ السَّفَرِ وَكَآبَةِ الْمَنْظَرِ وَسُوءِ الْمُنْقَلَبِ فِي الْمَالِ وَالأَهْلِ " . وَإِذَا رَجَعَ قَالَهُنَّ . وَزَادَ فِيهِنَّ " آيِبُونَ تَائِبُونَ عَابِدُونَ لِرَبِّنَا حَامِدُونَ " .
Ibn Umar (Allah be pleased with them) reported that whenever Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) mounted his camel while setting out on a journey, he glorified Allah (uttered Allah-o-Akbar) thrice, and then said: Hallowed is He Who subdued for us this (ride) and we were not ourselves powerful enough to use It as a ride, and we are going to return to our Lord. O Allah, we seek virtue and piety from Thee in this journey of ours and the act which pleaseth Thee. O Allah, lighten this journey of ours, and make its distance easy for us. O Allah, Thou art (our) companion during the journey, and guardian of (our) family. O Allah, I seek refuge with Thee from hardships of the journey, gloominess of the sights, and finding of evil changes in property and family on return. And he (the Holy Prophet) uttered (these words), and made this addition to them: We are returning, repentant, worshipping our Lord. and praising Him. Sahih Muslim 1342 [Muslim 2/978, No.1342]
Benefits of dua while travelling
- The words Allahu Akbar give comfort and hope when starting a trip
- Saying Allahu Akbar helps keep the heart calm on the road
- Saying Allahu Akbar connects you with Allahand brings peace
- This Islamic dua reminds us that Allahis the greatest all the time
- It helps the mind stay on safety and care while traveling
- The takbiratul ihram meaning gives purpose and makes you feel present when moving
- Every trip feels blessed with allahu akbar allahu akbar
When to Recite dua while travelling
- The meaning of Allahu Akbar fits well with special times during travel
- Before starting any trip, say Allahu Akbar to ask for Allah’s help
- When getting in a car, train, or plane, say Allahu Akbar
- While moving from place to place on your trip, remember Allahu Akbar
- After reaching your place, say Allahis the greatest with thanks in your heart
How to Perform dua while travelling
- Allahu Akbar meaning can be felt by saying this Islamic phrase
- Start your trip by softly saying Allahu Akbar or AllahAkbar with care
- Think about what Allahu Akbar means and trust Allahto help you
- Say the takbiratul ihram again and again on the trip to remember Allah
- Use this Islamic dua if you feel scared or want to feel calm while traveling
Summary
The dua while travelling, called Allahu Akbar, is a short phrase that means Allahis the Most Great. Many Muslims say this dua when starting a trip, moving to a new place, or facing something big on the way. The meaning of Allahu Akbar brings hope and calm.
This short dua is easy to say and remember. It helps people feel close to Allah, find peace, and trust they will be safe. Saying Allahu Akbar on trips is a good way to keep faith strong and remember Allahis the greatest always.