The Sunnah Practices of Leaving and Entering the House

In Islam, there are recommended Sunnah practices for leaving and entering the house, which are based on the teachings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). These practices serve as a means of seeking blessings, protection, and mindfulness in daily activities. Here are the Sunnah practices for leaving and entering the house:

Sunnah Practices for Leaving the House:

Supplication (Dua): Before leaving the house, it is recommended to recite the following supplication: "Bismillah, tawakkaltu 'ala Allah, la hawla wa la quwwata illa billah" (In the name of Allah, I place my trust in Allah, there is no power or strength except with Allah). This supplication expresses reliance on Allah's protection and guidance.

1. Left Foot First: When stepping out of the house, it is Sunnah to begin with the left foot while saying "Bismillah" (In the name of Allah).

2. Seeking Blessings: It is also recommended to seek blessings from Allah before leaving the house by saying this du’aa :

 بِـسْـمِ الـلـهِ تَـوَكَّـلْـتُ عَـلَـى الـلـهِ لاَ حَـوْلَ وَلاَ قُــوَّةَ اِلاَّ بِـالـلـهِ

(In the name of Allah, I put my trust in Allah, Whatever Allah wishes will be; there is no strength except from Allah) so he gets protected, secured, guarded and the devil steps away from him) narrated by At Tirmidi and Abu Dawood.

A Muslim goes out and returns home many times a day; for prayers, work or for whatever and every time he applies these sunnas, he gets great reward from Allah as he submits to His Prophet’s (PBUH) teachings.

The outcome of the application of these sunnas:

 1. A Muslim gets protected from whatever evil he gets in touch with.

 2. A Muslim gets secured from whatever evil that might hurt him.

 3. A Muslim gets guided and guarded in everything either divine or secular.

Sunnah Practices for Entering the House:

1. Supplication (Dua): Upon entering the house, it is recommended to recite the following supplication: "Bismillah walajna, wa bismillah kharajna, wa 'ala Allahi rabbina tawakkalna" (In the name of Allah we enter, and in the name of Allah we leave, and upon our Lord we rely). This supplication acknowledges Allah's blessings and protection upon entering and leaving the house.

2. Entering with Right Foot: It is Sunnah to enter the house with the right foot while saying "Bismillah" (In the name of Allah).

3. Salaam (Greeting): Upon entering the house, it is recommended to greet the inhabitants with the Islamic greeting of peace, saying "As-Salamu 'Alaykum" (Peace be upon you).

4. Seeking Blessings: It is also recommended to seek blessings from Allah upon entering the house by saying, "Bismillahi walajna, wa bismillahi kharajna, wa 'ala Allahi rabbina tawakkalna" (In the name of Allah we enter, and in the name of Allah we leave, and upon our Lord we rely).

the Prophet (peace be upon him) said:

اَللهُمَّ اِنّيْ اَسْاَلُكَ خَيْرَ الْمَوْلَجِ وَ خَيْرَ المَخْرَجِ بِسْمِ اللهِ وَ بِسْمِ اللهِ لَجْنَا وخَرَجْنا وَعَلى ربِّنَا تَوَكَّلْنَا

"O Allah I ask you the best out of entrance and the best out of exit, I enter in the name of Allah and exit in the name of Allah, I put my trust in Allah." Then salute his family, narrated by Abu Dawood. 

This is the way a man depends on Allah while entering or exiting, which keeps him always connected to Allah.

By incorporating these Sunnah practices into daily routines of leaving and entering the house, Muslims seek to cultivate mindfulness of Allah's presence, seek His blessings and protection, and foster a sense of gratitude and reliance on Him in all their activities.

All Praises is due to Allah we ask Him to let us die on the path of Qur'an and Hadith.