Power of Khana khane ki dua (Dua before meal)
People read khana khane ki dua, or supplications, before and after eating as a way to express gratitude to God for the food they are about to consume and to ask for blessings.
The dua for eating, or khana khane ki dua, is a specific supplication in the Islamic faith that is recited before and after a meal. It is believed that by reciting the dua, one will be blessed with the sustenance they need and that the food will be beneficial for their body. Additionally, it is also a reminder to be mindful of the blessings of food and to not waste it.
Khana khane ki dua in English
The dua before having a meal, also known as “Bismillah” is as follows:
“Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem”
“In the name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate”
This dua is recited before starting any meal and is a way to ask for blessings from Allah and to express gratitude for the food. It is a reminder to be mindful of the blessings of food and to not waste it. It is also a common practice in Muslim households to recite this before meals, and it is also considered as a Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) to recite this before having any meal.
Benefits of khana khane ki dua
Reciting the khana khane ki dua, or dua for eating, before and after a meal is believed to have several benefits in the Islamic faith. Some of these benefits include:
- Expressing gratitude to God: The dua is a way to express gratitude to God for the food we are about to consume and to ask for blessings. It is a reminder to be thankful for the blessings of food and to not take them for granted.
- Asking for blessings: The dua is a way to ask for blessings from God for the food we are about to consume. It is believed that by reciting the dua, the food will be beneficial for our body and will provide us with the sustenance we need.
- Mindfulness: Reciting the dua is a reminder to be mindful of the blessings of food and to not waste it. It also reminds us to eat in moderation and to be mindful of our eating habits.
- A sense of community: The dua is often recited in a group setting, such as at a family meal or at a communal meal, which helps to foster a sense of community and togetherness.
- Following the sunnah: Reciting the dua before meals is considered as a sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and by following this act it is believed to bring blessings and rewards.
It’s important to note that these benefits are based on the belief and customs of Muslim community, however, it is always good to have gratitude and mindfulness while having meals.
You can also learn and memorise Safar ki dua
