Imagine sitting down to a delicious meal, you begin your meal with the dua before eating savoring every bite, and feeling satisfied and content.
But what if there was something missing from this picture?
Something that could take your meal from good to great and bring you even closer to Allah?
Unfortunately, most people don’t realize the significance of this simple yet powerful act.
So, what is missing..you may ask ?
The Forgotten Dua After Eating
But before we dive deeper, let me ask you this: Are you ready to elevate your meals and take your spiritual connection with Allah to the next level?
This dua, recommended by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), is a way to express gratitude to Allah for the food and blessings we have received.
الْحَمْـدُ للهِ الَّذي أَطْعَمَنـي هـذا
وَرَزَقَنـيهِ مِنْ غَـيْرِ حَوْلٍ مِنِّي وَلا قُوَّة
Alhamdu lillāhi ‘l-ladhī aṭ`amanī hādhā,
wa razaqanīhi min ghayri ḥawlin minnī wa lā quwwah.
Praise is to Allah Who has given me this food,
and sustained me with it though I was unable to do it and powerless.
But why is it that so many of us forget to make this dua?
Maybe you’re too full to make the dua after eating your delicious meal that you forget,
because you are no longer in hunger.
but,
as soon as you remember, raise up your hands in gratitude and recite this dua,
albeit short- it’s enough to make you feel humbled.
The Prophet ﷺ said; whoever recites this dua after he has had his stomach blessed with food- he will have his previous sins be forgiven.
MasyaAllah! Isn’t Allah subhanahu wataa-la the most generous?
With a heart filled with gratitude, as you make mention of Allah and give thanks to Him after every meal, you open the doors for His forgiveness. 🙂
3 Powerful Lesson From Reciting Dua After Eating
#1 Increased feeling of gratitude and mindfulness:
One example of how making the dua after eating can make a big impact on your spiritual journey is by increasing mindfulness and gratitude in your daily life.
As we make the dua, we are reminded to be thankful for the blessings we have received, and this mindset of gratitude can carry over into other aspects of our lives.
By being more mindful and appreciative of the blessings in our lives, we can develop a deeper sense of contentment and fulfillment.
Another way that making the dua after eating can have a big impact on one’s spiritual journey is by increasing our connection with Allah.
#2 Seeking Allah actively
As we make the dua, we are actively seeking out and remembering Allah’s presence in our lives. This can lead to a deeper understanding of His power and mercy and can bring us closer to Him.
#3 Increased barakah
Additionally, making the dua after eating can also lead to increased blessings and barakah in one’s life.
By showing gratitude and asking for blessings, we open ourselves up to receiving more of Allah’s blessings in our lives.
This can manifest in various forms, such as improved health, success in work or studies, and overall contentment and peace.
Islamic Etiquette of eating
- Do not criticise food
- Prioritise others before yourselves when serving food
- Accept food when being offered
- Lick your fingers
- Eat with your right hand
- Take food what is nearest to you
- If food is served before you hear the Iqamah for prayer, you should eat the food then perform prayer
Making dua after eating is a spiritual practice that can elevate our meals and take our spiritual connection with Allah to the next level. We are encouraged to make the dua regularly as a way to increase our spiritual connection with Allah and to show gratitude for His blessings.
Remember, with a heart filled with gratitude, as we make mention of Allah and give thanks to Him after every meal, we open the doors for His forgiveness.
