Supplications for Travel and Transportation in Islam
Transportation, whether on a vehicle or an animal, is a common aspect of life. In Islam, it is important to invoke prayers and supplications to seek Allah’s protection, guidance, and forgiveness during these moments. Here are supplications recommended for various situations related to travel and transportation:
- Dua When Starting the Journey:
Bismillah, Alhamdu’lillah. Subhanal-lathee sakhkhara lana haathaa wa ma kunna lahu muqrineen. Wa ‘inna ‘ilaa Rabbina la mun qaliboon. Alhamdu’lillah, Alhamdu’lillah, Alhamdu’lillah, Allahu’Akbar, Allahu’Akbar, Allahu’Akbar, subhanaka ‘inni dhalamtu nafsee faghfir lee, fa’innahu laa yaghfiruth-dhunooba ‘illa ‘Anta. Translation: In the Name of Allah; All Praise belongs to Allah. [O How Perfect is He Who has subdued this (vehicle) to us, and we were not able to do it (on our own). Indeed, unto our Lord we are returning.] Praise be to Allah, Praise be to Allah, Praise be to Allah. Allah is the Greatest, Allah is the Greatest, Allah is the Greatest. O How Perfect You are, Indeed, I have wronged myself. So, forgive me. Indeed, no one forgives sins but You! [Abu Dawud (2602), at-Tirmidhi (3446), Sahih by al-Albani in Sahih Abu Dawud (7:54, no. 2342)] - Supplication When Ascending & Descending:
Whenever ascending, say “Allahu Akbar” (Allah is the Greatest), and whenever descending, say “Subhan’Allah” (Glory be to Allah). [Sahih al-Bukhari 2993, Sahih Ibn Khuzayma 2562] - Prayer for Steadiness on Conveyance:
If one has difficulty in keeping steady on a conveyance, a supplication for steadiness can be recited: “اللَّهُمَّ ثَبِّتْنِي وَاجْعَلْنِي هَادِياً مَهْدِيَّاً” (Allahumma thab-bitni wa-jaʿalni hadiyam mahdiyya).
Translation: O Allah, make me steady and make me a guide who is guided. [Sahih al-Bukhari 3036, 4356 and Sahih Muslim 2475, 2476]
May these supplications serve as a means of seeking Allah’s protection, guidance, and blessings during travel and transportation. Let us remember to offer gratitude and seek His forgiveness at every step of our journey.
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