Dua When Boarding a Ship (Bismillahi Majreha)
Seas and rivers crossed in Allah’s name
Also searched as: kashti ki dua • boarding ship dua • boat travel dua
Arabic
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ مَجْرَاهَا وَمُرْسَاهَا، إِنَّ رَبِّي لَغَفُورٌ رَحِيمٌ
Transliteration
Bismillahi majreha wa mursaha, inna Rabbi la-Ghafoorur-Rahim.
Meaning
In Allah’s name is its course and anchorage. My Lord is Most Forgiving, Most Merciful. (Quran 11:41)
Reference
Quran 11:41
When to recite
Boarding any watercraft • Once
Virtue
Nuh’s ark-dua — recite when boarding ships, boats and ferries.
Sources & review
Quran 11:41
Quranic dua • Grade: Quranic • 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 Dua When Boarding a Ship (Bismillahi Majreha)?
Boarding any watercraft. Recite it once.
What is the virtue of Dua When Boarding a Ship (Bismillahi Majreha)?
Nuh’s ark-dua — recite when boarding ships, boats and ferries.
Where is Dua When Boarding a Ship (Bismillahi Majreha) from?
Source: Quran 11:41. Grade: Quranic. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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