Travel azkar begin the moment you board a vehicle, and this supplication is said right after sitting in the car or any means of transport, just before setting off. It combines glorification, praise, exaltation, and seeking forgiveness in one comprehensive formula.
Bismillahi, walhamdu lillahi, subhanal-ladhi sakhkhara lana hadha wa ma kunna lahu muqrineen, wa inna ila rabbina lamunqaliboon, alhamdu lillah, alhamdu lillah, alhamdu lillah, Allahu akbar, Allahu akbar, Allahu akbar, subhanaka allahumma inni dhalamtu nafsi faghfir li, fa innahu la yaghfirudh-dhunooba illa ant.
📖 Virtue (Arabic source text)
دعاء ركوب الدابة أو السيارة أو أي وسيلة سفر، فعن علي رضي الله عنه أن النبي صلى الله عليه وسلم كان يقول ذلك إذا ركب، ثم ضحك وأخبر أن الرب يعجب من عبده إذا قال: اغفر لي ذنوبي، يعلم أنه لا يغفر الذنوب غيري.
رواه أبو داود والترمذي وقال: حسن صحيح
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Meaning
In the name of Allah, and praise be to Allah. Glory be to Him who has subjected this to us, and we could never have done it by ourselves, and to our Lord we shall return. Praise be to Allah, praise be to Allah, praise be to Allah. Allah is greatest, Allah is greatest, Allah is greatest. Glory be to You, O Allah, I have wronged myself, so forgive me, for none forgives sins except You.
When to recite
It is said once upon settling into the vehicle, whether a car or any other means, right before the journey begins, whether the trip is short or long.
About this dhikr
This dhikr is part of Travel Azkar as documented in Hisnul Muslim (Fortress of the Muslim), and is recited 1 time.
How many times should this dhikr be recited?
This dhikr is recited 1 time, as narrated in Hisnul Muslim. Use the smart counter on this page to track your repetitions.
When is the dua for riding a vehicle said?
It is said once you are seated in the car or any means of transport, right before the trip begins, whether the journey is short or long.
What is the wisdom behind the glorification and exaltation in this dua?
The glorification reminds the believer that the ability to use vehicles is solely a blessing from Allah, the exaltation invokes His greatness at the start of every trip, and the seeking of forgiveness closes the dua with humility before Him.
Is this dua said for modern transport like planes or trains?
Yes, the meaning of the dua applies generally to any means of transport, and it is valid to say it when seated on a plane, train, or any modern vehicle.