Expiation of Gatherings (Kaffaratul-Majlis)
Wiping the idle talk of Eid and family gatherings
Also searched as: kaffaratul majlis • majlis ki dua • gathering dua eid
Arabic
سُبْحَانَكَ اللَّهُمَّ وَبِحَمْدِكَ أَشْهَدُ أَنْ لَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا أَنْتَ أَسْتَغْفِرُكَ وَأَتُوبُ إِلَيْكَ
Transliteration
Subhanakallahumma wa bihamdik, ash-hadu an la ilaha illa ant, astaghfiruka wa atubu ilayk.
Meaning
Glory be to You, O Allah, and praise. I bear witness none is worthy of worship but You; I seek Your forgiveness and turn to You.
Reference
Sunan al-Tirmidhi
When to recite
Leaving Eid gatherings and visits • Once
Virtue
Whoever says it at the end of a gathering has its idle talk forgiven — the perfect close to Eid visits and feasts.
Sources & review
Sunan al-Tirmidhi
Prophetic dua • Grade: Hasan • Learn personal details from a qualified teacher; minor school differences exist.
Educational content — not a fatwa. See methodology and disclaimer.
Reviewed • 2026-01-01Our methodology
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When should I recite Expiation of Gatherings (Kaffaratul-Majlis)?
Leaving Eid gatherings and visits. Recite it once.
What is the virtue of Expiation of Gatherings (Kaffaratul-Majlis)?
Whoever says it at the end of a gathering has its idle talk forgiven — the perfect close to Eid visits and feasts.
Where is Expiation of Gatherings (Kaffaratul-Majlis) from?
Source: Sunan al-Tirmidhi. Grade: Hasan. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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