اللَّهُمَّ لا سَهْلَ إِلاَّ مَا جَعَلْتَهُ سَهْلاً، وَأَنْتَ تَجْعَلُ الْحَزْنَ إِذَا شِئْتَ سَهْلاً
O Allah, there is no ease except what You make easy, and You make difficulty, if You wish, easy.
Allahumma la sahla illa ma ja'altahu sahla, wa anta taj'alul-hazna idha shi'ta sahla.
When to Read
Recite this dua before starting your examination, or whenever you feel overwhelmed by a difficult question or the sheer volume of the material. It's perfect for those moments when your mind goes blank or the task feels impossible.
How to Read
With sincere belief in Allah's power to make things easy. Raise your hands slightly if possible, and say it with humility and concentration. Take a deep breath, then begin your test or tackle the difficult part.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful supplication is taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ himself for times of difficulty. By reciting it, we acknowledge that no challenge is too great for Allah's power. It instills confidence, eases the mind, and seeks divine intervention to make the challenging task manageable, transforming perceived hardship into a pathway to success.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Anas that the Prophet ﷺ said: 'Allahumma la sahla illa ma ja'altahu sahla, wa anta taj'alul-hazna idha shi'ta sahla.' (O Allah, there is no ease except what You make easy, and You make difficulty, if You wish, easy.)