Saying the DUA for leaving the house is a powerful way to seek Allah’s protection, guidance, and blessings before stepping out. When we leave our homes, we expose ourselves to various challenges, dangers, and temptations. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us a special supplication that ensures we leave with Allah’s protection and support.
This article will cover:
✅ The Sunnah Dua for leaving the house
✅ 5 Quranic verses about protection and guidance
✅ Islamic etiquettes for leaving and entering the home
✅ The significance of Tawakkul (trust in Allah) when going out
✅ The benefits of reciting the Dua before leaving
By following Islamic teachings and Sunnah practices, we can ensure safety, success, and barakah in our daily lives.
🌿 The Sunnah Dua for Leaving the House
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us to say the following supplication when leaving the house:
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ تَوَكَّلْتُ عَلَى اللَّهِ، وَلَا حَوْلَ وَلَا قُوَّةَ إِلَّا بِاللَّهِ
“In the name of Allah, I place my trust in Allah, and there is no power nor strength except with Allah.”
(Abu Dawood 5095, Tirmidhi 3426)
📌 Benefits of This Dua:
✔ Seeks Allah’s protection from harm and evil
✔ Strengthens our trust (Tawakkul) in Allah
✔ Ensures safety and barakah (blessings) in our activities
✔ Shields us from the whispers of Shaytan
🌿 5 Quranic Verses for Protection When Leaving the House
📖 Quranic Verse #1 – Trust in Allah When Stepping Out
فَإِذَا عَزَمْتَ فَتَوَكَّلْ عَلَى اللَّهِ إِنَّ اللَّهَ يُحِبُّ الْمُتَوَكِّلِينَ
“And when you have decided, then rely upon Allah. Indeed, Allah loves those who rely upon Him.”
(Surah Aal-e-Imran 3:159)
✔ Tawakkul (trust in Allah) brings peace and assurance when stepping outside.
📖 Quranic Verse #2 – Seeking Protection from Evil
وَقُل رَّبِّ أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ هَمَزَٰتِ ٱلشَّيَٰطِينِ وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ رَبِّ أَن يَحْضُرُونِ
“And say, ‘My Lord! I seek refuge in You from the whispers of the devils. And I seek refuge in You, my Lord, lest they be present with me.'”
(Surah Al-Mu’minun 23:97-98)
✔ Reciting this verse helps protect us from the influence of Shaytan when stepping into the outside world.
📖 Quranic Verse #3 – Asking for Allah’s Guidance
وَمَن يَهْدِ اللَّهُ فَهُوَ ٱلْمُهْتَدِ وَمَن يُضْلِلْ فَلَن تَجِدَ لَهُۥ وَلِيًّۭا مُّرْشِدًۭا
“And whomever Allah guides – he is the rightly guided; and whomever He sends astray – never will you find for him a protecting guide.”
(Surah Al-Kahf 18:17)
✔ Guidance from Allah is essential to navigate our daily challenges safely.
📖 Quranic Verse #4 – Angels Protecting Believers
لَهُۥ مُعَقِّبَٰتٌۭ مِّنۢ بَيْنِ يَدَيْهِ وَمِنْ خَلْفِهِۦ يَحْفَظُونَهُۥ مِنْ أَمْرِ ٱللَّهِ
“For each one (person), there are angels in succession, before and behind him. They guard him by the Command of Allah.”
(Surah Ar-Ra’d 13:11)
✔ Allah assigns angels for our protection when we sincerely seek His refuge.
📖 Quranic Verse #5 – Asking for Allah’s Mercy and Protection
رَّبَّنَآ أَفْرِغْ عَلَيْنَا صَبْرًۭا وَتَوَفَّنَا مُسْلِمِينَ
“Our Lord, pour upon us patience and let us die as Muslims [in submission to You].”
(Surah Al-A’raf 7:126)
✔ This verse teaches patience, trust, and submission to Allah’s will.
🌿 Islamic Etiquettes When Leaving and Entering the House
📌 Sunnah Practices When Leaving the House
✅ Recite the Sunnah Dua to seek Allah’s protection.
✅ Step out with the right foot first, following the Sunnah.
✅ Have a good intention (e.g., going out to seek Halal earnings, help others, etc.).
✅ Give Salam to family members before leaving.
📌 Sunnah Practices When Entering the House
✅ Say ‘Bismillah’ before entering to drive away Shaytan.
✅ Give Salam when entering, even if no one is home.
✅ Recite Surah Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq, and An-Nas for protection.
✅ Thank Allah for returning safely.
🌿 The Significance of Tawakkul (Trust in Allah) When Going Out
What is Tawakkul?
✔ Tawakkul means having full trust in Allah while making effort.
✔ The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ emphasized that we should tie our camel and then trust Allah (Sunan At-Tirmidhi 2517).
✔ Tawakkul does not mean avoiding effort—rather, it means putting in effort while trusting Allah for the results.
🌿 The Benefits of Reciting the Dua Before Leaving the House
1. Protection from Harm
✔ Saying the Dua ensures Allah’s protection from accidents, evil, and hardships.
2. Guidance and Success
✔ Seeking Allah’s help leads to success in work, travel, and daily activities.
3. Shield from Shaytan
✔ The Prophet ﷺ said that when a person recites the Dua before leaving, Shaytan is unable to harm them (Sunan Abu Dawood 5095).
4. Strengthening Faith
✔ Saying the Dua reminds us that Allah is in control of all affairs.
🌿 Conclusion
Reciting the DUA for leaving the house ensures that we step out with Allah’s protection, guidance, and blessings. The Quran and Hadith emphasize the importance of seeking Allah’s help before engaging in daily activities.By trusting Allah (Tawakkul), following the Sunnah, and practicing Islamic etiquettes, we can ensure safety, success, and barakah in our lives. May Allah protect us and grant us ease in all our affairs. Ameen! 🤲
