Madinah (Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah) is the sanctuary and city of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ). When entering Madinah, visitors should maintain deep respect, send Salawat upon the Prophet (ﷺ), and ask Allah for blessings in the city.
اللَّهُمَّ اجْعَلْ لَنَا بِهَا قَرَارًا وَرِزْقًا حَسَنًا اللَّهُمَّ بَارِكْ لَنَا فِي مَدِينَتِنَا
Allahumma-j'al lana biha qararan wa rizqan hasana, Allahumma barik lana fi madinatina.
O Allah, grant us stability and good provision in it. O Allah, bless us in our city.
Quran/Hadith — Quran and Sunnah — General travel and entering-place supplications
Authenticity: No single specific authentic formula required for entering Madinah
Meaning and Explanation
A prayer derived from Hadith Asking Allah to bestow peace, abundance, and blessings upon the sacred city of Madinah.
When to Recite
When approaching, entering, or staying in Madinah.
How to Recite
Recite travel duas when approaching, send Durood/Salawat upon the Prophet (ﷺ), and pray for peace and blessings with humility.
Important Notes
There is no single mandatory fixed formula for entering Madinah; sending Salawat and general prayers for blessings are recommended.
Benefits
Fosters love and reverence for the Prophet's sanctuary and follows the sunnah of asking for blessings in Madinah.
Additional Duas
Content type: Quran/Hadith
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, in Sahih al-Bukhari and Sahih Muslim, the Prophet (ﷺ) supplicated: 'O Allah, bestow upon Madinah twice the blessings You bestowed upon Makkah.'
Upon entering the Prophet's Mosque, step with your right foot and recite the standard mosque entry dua: 'Bismillah, was-salatu was-salamu 'ala Rasulillah, Allahumma-ftah li abwaba rahmatik' (O Allah, open for me the doors of Your mercy).