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Tuesday - 29 September, 2026 15-Rabi Al Thani-1448
Daily Duas

Dua When Drinking Water

Learn the Islamic supplication and etiquettes associated with drinking water.

Water is one of Allah's greatest blessings for life. Islam teaches believers to begin drinking with Bismillah and conclude with Alhamdulillah, turning an ordinary habit into an act of worship.

Meaning and Explanation

Beginning with Bismillah expresses mindfulness, gratitude, and acknowledgment that clean water is a mercy and provision from Allah.

When to Recite

Immediately before drinking water or any beverage.

How to Recite

Say 'Bismillah' before drinking, drink sitting down in three separate breaths, use your right hand, and say 'Alhamdulillah' when finished.

Important Notes

Avoid drinking water in one single gulp or while standing when possible. Keep the supplication simple as established in the authentic Sunnah.

Benefits

It brings divine blessing to the drink, reminds the believer of Allah's favors, and fulfills the Sunnah of the Prophet ﷺ.

Additional Duas

الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ

Alhamdulillah.

All praise is due to Allah.

Source

Hadith — Sahih Muslim — Sahih Muslim 2020

Authenticity: Sahih (Authentic)

Command to eat and drink with the right hand and mention Allah's name.

Hadith — Jami` at-Tirmidhi — Jami` at-Tirmidhi 1884

Authenticity: Sahih (Authentic)

The Prophet ﷺ drank in three breaths, saying Bismillah when drinking and Alhamdulillah when finished.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Saying Bismillah before drinking, sitting down, drinking in three sips using the right hand, and saying Alhamdulillah when finished.