Parenting Perspective 

Rushing out of the house with children often feels like a whirlwind of shoes, bags, and reminders. In this busyness, building a moment of calm dhikr may seem difficult, but it is actually most powerful in these very moments. Establishing a short, repeatable habit before stepping out can ground your family in faith, ease anxiety, and remind children that their day begins with Allah Almighty’s remembrance. 

Keep it Simple and Consistent 

Choose a single phrase of dhikr (such as Bismillah or La hawla wa la quwwata illa billah) and use it every time before opening the door. The key is not variety but consistency, so children associate the act of leaving with remembering Allah Almighty. 

Use a Family Cue 

Decide on a signal that everyone recognises. For example, once everyone has their shoes on, say: ‘Shall we say our dhikr together before we go?’ A regular cue turns it into an automatic family step, like locking the door. 

Make It Child-Friendly 

Invite children to lead sometimes. A younger child can remind the family: ‘Let us say Bismillah before we leave!’ This builds ownership and joy rather than making it feel like a lecture. 

Pair with Encouragement 

Offer gentle praise: ‘I feel calmer when we say our dhikr before going out, and I love that you remembered it today.’ Linking the practice to positive emotions helps children see dhikr as uplifting, not a chore. 

In time, this tiny habit becomes a family ritual that anchors children spiritually in everyday life. They begin to see leaving the house not just as a routine errand but as a moment of connection with Allah Almighty. 

Spiritual Insight 

Islam teaches us to begin every task with the remembrance of Allah Almighty, for His name brings blessing and protection. Training children to say a simple dhikr before leaving the house makes them mindful that their steps are never taken alone, but under Allah Almighty’s care. 

Qur’an Guidance 

Allah Almighty states in the noble Quran at Surah Al Ra’ad (13), Verses 28: 

‘…Indeed, it is only with the remembrance of Allah (Almighty) that one can (and does) find peace of mind and heart.’ 

This reminds us that even small moments of dhikr calm the heart and prepare us for the challenges of the day. 

Hadith Reminder 

It is recorded in Sunan Abu Dawood, Hadith 5095, that the holy Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: 

‘When a man goes out of his house and says: “In the name of Allah, I place my trust in Allah; there is no power and no strength except with Allah,” it is said: You are guided, defended and protected.’ 

This teaches us that dhikr at the doorway brings divine protection. Sharing it with children shows them that even ordinary routines carry immense spiritual value. 

By keeping this habit simple, consistent, and child-friendly, parents gift their children a shield of remembrance and a mindset of tawakkul. Over time, leaving the house becomes not only a physical step into the world but also a spiritual step with Allah Almighty’s name on their lips and trust in their hearts.