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Dua for Entering the Home

The Prophet ﷺ instructed believers to mention Allah's name upon entering their home. This simple act drives away Shaytan who, upon hearing the name of Allah, says to his companions: 'You have no place to spend the night here' (Sahih Muslim 2018).

بِسْمِ اللهِ وَلَجْنَا، وَبِسْمِ اللهِ خَرَجْنَا، وَعَلَىٰ رَبِّنَا تَوَكَّلْنَا

Transliteration

Bismillāhi walajanā, wa bismillāhi kharajnā, wa ʿalā rabbinā tawakkalnā.

Translation

In the name of Allah we enter, in the name of Allah we leave, and upon our Lord we place our trust.

Source: Abu Dawud 5096, narrated by Anas ibn Malik (RA)

When to recite

Every time you enter your home — say it aloud so your family can hear and follow.
Also greet whoever is inside with Salaam, even if no one is home (Quran 24:61).

Virtues & Benefits

Shaytan is expelled from the home by the mention of Allah's name upon entry (Sahih Muslim 2018).
Reinforces tawakkul (reliance on Allah) at the transition from public to private life.
The home becomes a place of barakah when Allah's name is remembered within it.

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In the name of Allah, I place my trust in Allah, and there is no power nor strength except with Allah.

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