Dua for Leaving the Mosque
Source: Abu Dawud 466, Ibn Majah 771
((يَبْدَأُبِرِجْلِهِالْيُسْرَى))وَيَقُولُ:((بِسْمِاللَّهِوَالصّلَاةُوَالسَّلَامُعَلَىرَسُولِاللَّهِ،اللَّهُمَّإِنِّيأَسْأَلُكَمِنْفَضْلِك،اللَّهُمَّاعْصِمْنِيمِنَالشَّيْطَانِالرَّجِيمِ)).
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Transliteration
Bismillahi was-salatu was-salamu 'ala Rasulillah. Allahumma inni as'aluka min fadlik. Allahumma 'ismni minash-shaytanir-rajim.
Translation
In the name of Allah, and prayers and peace be upon the Messenger of Allah. O Allah, I ask You from Your bounty. O Allah, protect me from the accursed devil.
Context
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this supplication to be recited upon leaving the mosque. He instructed to begin by stepping out with the left foot, signifying a respectful departure from a place of worship.
Benefit
This dua seeks Allah's blessings and protection as one leaves the sacred space, asking for His continued favor and safeguarding against the whispers of Shaytan.
When to Recite
Upon exiting the mosque after prayer or visit.