Dua When Entering the Mosque
Use: Seeking refuge and mercy on entering Allah’s house
Also searched as: masjid jane ki dua
English guide — translation coming soon.
أَعُوذُ بِاللَّهِ الْعَظِيمِ وَبِوَجْهِهِ الْكَرِيمِ وَسُلْطَانِهِ الْقَدِيمِ مِنَ الشَّيْطَانِ الرَّجِيمِ، بِسْمِ اللَّهِ وَالصَّلَاةُ وَالسَّلَامُ عَلَى رَسُولِ اللَّهِ، اللَّهُمَّ افْتَحْ لِي أَبْوَابَ رَحْمَتِكَ
A’udhu billahil-azeem, wa biwajhihil-karim, wa sultanihil-qadim, minash-shaytanir-rajim. Bismillah, was-salatu was-salamu ala Rasulillah. Allahummaftah li abwaba rahmatik.
I seek refuge in Allah the Mighty, His noble Face and His eternal authority from the accursed Satan. In Allah’s name; blessings and peace upon Allah’s Messenger. O Allah, open for me the doors of Your mercy.
Entering the mosque • Once
Satan says of its reciter: he is protected from me for the rest of the day.
📚 Source: Sunan Abu Dawud • Grade: Hasan
Verify wording with a teacher; rulings differ — consult scholars.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When should I recite Dua When Entering the Mosque?
Entering the mosque. Recite it once.
What is the virtue of Dua When Entering the Mosque?
Satan says of its reciter: he is protected from me for the rest of the day.
Where is Dua When Entering the Mosque from?
Source: Sunan Abu Dawud. Grade: Hasan. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.