When he finished the prayer, the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) would pray for forgiveness three times and say: 'Allahumma anta asalam, wa minka as-salam tabarakta ya dhal-jalali wal-ikram (O Allah, You are the source of eace (or the One free from all faults) and from You comes peace, blessed are You, O Possessor of Majesty and Honor)."
The Book of Forgetfulness (In Prayer)
Sunan an-Nasa'i - Hadith 1337
Hadith Text
When he finished the prayer, the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) would pray for forgiveness three times and say: 'Allahumma anta asalam, wa minka as-salam tabarakta ya dhal-jalali wal-ikram (O Allah, You are the source of peace (or the One free from all faults) and from You comes peace, blessed are You, O Possessor of Majesty and Honor)."
Commentary on the Supplication
This noble supplication contains profound meanings. "Allahumma anta as-Salam" affirms that Allah is the Source and Perfection of Peace, free from all defects and imperfections. "Wa minka as-salam" acknowledges that all peace, security, and well-being emanate from His divine decree and mercy.
"Tabarakta" expresses His absolute blessedness and the abundance of good that flows from His essence. "Ya dhal-jalali wal-ikram" calls upon Allah by two of His magnificent names: Possessor of overwhelming Majesty and boundless Generosity, combining His awe-inspiring grandeur with His infinite benevolence.
Legal Ruling & Benefits
Scholars differ regarding the obligation of this remembrance after prayer. The majority consider it recommended (mustahabb) rather than obligatory, based on the Prophet's consistent practice. The three requests for forgiveness preceding this supplication serve to seek pardon for any shortcomings in the prayer's perfection.
This comprehensive remembrance combines seeking forgiveness, affirming divine attributes, and concluding the worship with praise of Allah's perfection - thus completing the prayer in the most perfect manner and transitioning from the state of formal worship to ordinary life while maintaining consciousness of Allah.