Dua for Leaving the Mosque
Seeking Allah's bounty when leaving His house
Meaning & Context
This dua is recited when exiting the mosque. After having sought Allah's mercy inside His house, one now steps back into the world to engage in worldly affairs like work, trade, or returning home. Therefore, it is appropriate to ask for Allah's bounty (Fadl). His bounty includes lawful provision (rizq), useful knowledge, good health, and success in permissible worldly matters. It is Sunnah to step out of the mosque with the left foot first.
Benefits of Reciting this Dua
- Connects a Muslim's spiritual life with their worldly life, seeking Allah's help in both.
- Encourages reliance on Allah for one's livelihood and sustenance.
- Completes the etiquette of visiting the mosque.
- Serves as a reminder that all blessings, both spiritual and material, come from Allah.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is a sunnah to exit the mosque with your left foot first, as the left side is used for less noble actions, symbolizing the move from a sacred space to the worldly domain.
When entering, you are entering a place of worship, so you seek the ultimate spiritual blessing: mercy. When leaving, you are returning to worldly life, so you seek His blessings and help in those matters, which is His bounty.
Quick Quiz
Question: When leaving the mosque, we ask Allah for His...?