Dua Before Eating
Jami` at-Tirmidhi
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ وَعَلَى بَرَكَةِ اللَّهِ
Transliteration
Bismillahi wa 'ala barakatillah
Meaning
In the name of Allah and upon the blessings of Allah.
Context
This dua can be recited before starting a meal. The most common Sunnah is simply saying 'Bismillah'. If someone forgets to say Bismillah at the beginning of the meal and remembers while eating, they should say 'Bismillahi awwalihi wa akhirihi'.
Benefits
Reciting this dua before eating seeks Allah’s blessings in the food and reminds the believer that sustenance comes from Allah.
Categories
Food
Daily Sunnah
Tags
Eating
Bismillah
Barakah
Food Dua