Dua When Bidding Farewell to a Traveler
Entrusting a departing traveler to Allah’s protection
Arabic
أَسْتَوْدِعُكَ اللَّهَ الَّذِي لَا تَضِيعُ وَدَائِعُهُ
Transliteration
Astawdi’ukallahalladhi la tadi’u wada’i’uh.
Meaning
I entrust you to Allah, whose trusts are never lost.
Reference
Sunan al-Tirmidhi
When to recite
Farewell at departure • Once
Virtue
Places loved ones under the protection that never fails.
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 Dua When Bidding Farewell to a Traveler?
Farewell at departure. Recite it once.
What is the virtue of Dua When Bidding Farewell to a Traveler?
Places loved ones under the protection that never fails.
Where is Dua When Bidding Farewell to a Traveler from?
Source: Sunan al-Tirmidhi. Grade: Hasan. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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