Introduction: Your Spiritual Seatbelt Traveling brings excitement but also anxiety. Accidents, delays, and fatigue are real risks. In Islam, we have a "spiritual seatbelt" known as the Dua for Travel (Safar). It is a powerful supplication taught by Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to ensure safety, ease, and barakah in our journeys.
The Full Dua (Transliteration)
"Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar. Subhanalladhi sakh-khara lana hadha wa ma kunna lahu muqrinin. Wa inna ila Rabbina lamunqalibun. Allahumma inna nas'aluka fi safarina hadha al-birra wat-taqwa, wa minal-'amali ma tarda..." (Search for full text).
Translation Highlights
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"Glory be to Him who has subjected this to us": We acknowledge that we couldn't control these powerful machines (cars/planes) without Allah's permission.
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"O Allah, You are the Companion on the journey": You are never traveling alone; Allah is with you.
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"The Successor over the family": You ask Allah to take care of your family while you are away.
Benefits of This Dua
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Protection: It shields you from accidents and "bad scenes" (ka'abat al-manzar).
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Ease: It asks Allah to "shorten the distance" and make the trip easy.
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Peace of Mind: Knowing Allah is watching over your home and your trip brings immense tranquility.
Travel Etiquette (Sunnah)
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Saying Goodbye: Tell your family, "Astawdi'ullaha dinakum wa amanatakum" (I entrust your religion and trust to Allah).
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Uphill & Downhill: Say "Allahu Akbar" when going up (taking off) and "Subhanallah" when going down (landing).
Conclusion Make this Dua your first step before every trip. It transforms a mundane journey into an act of worship and ensures you return home safely.