اللَّهُمَّ رَبَّ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَرَبَّ الأَرْضِ، رَبَّنَا وَرَبَّ كُلِّ شَيْءٍ، فَالِقَ الْحَبِّ وَالنَّوَى، وَمُنْزِلَ التَّوْرَاةِ وَالإِنْجِيلِ وَالْفُرْقَانِ، أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ كُلِّ شَيْءٍ أَنْتَ آخِذٌ بِنَاصِيَتِهِ. اللَّهُمَّ أَنْتَ الأَوَّلُ فَلَيْسَ قَبْلَكَ شَيْءٌ، وَأَنْتَ الآخِرُ فَلَيْسَ بَعْدَكَ شَيْءٌ، وَأَنْتَ الظَّاهِرُ فَلَيْسَ فَوْقَكَ شَيْءٌ، وَأَنْتَ الْبَاطِنُ فَلَيْسَ دُونَكَ شَيْءٌ، اقْضِ عَنَّا دَيْنَناَ وَأَغْنِنَا مِنَ الْفَقْرِ
O Allah, Lord of the heavens and Lord of the earth, our Lord and Lord of all things, the One who causes the grain and date seeds to split, the One who sent down the Torah, the Gospel, and the Qur'an. I seek refuge in You from the evil of all things You are seizing by their forelocks. O Allah, You are the First, so there is nothing before You; You are the Last, so there is nothing after You; You are the Apparent, so there is nothing above You; You are the Hidden, so there is nothing closer than You. Settle our debts for us and enrich us from poverty.
Allahumma Rabba as-samawati wa Rabba al-ard, Rabbana wa Rabba kulli shay', Faliq al-habbi wa an-nawa, wa Munzil at-Tawrah wal-Injil wal-Furqan. A'udhu bika min sharri kulli shay'in anta akhidhun bi nasiyatih. Allahumma Anta al-Awwalu falaysa qablaka shay', wa Anta al-Akhiru falaysa ba'daka shay', wa Anta az-Zahiru falaysa fawqaka shay', wa Anta al-Batinu falaysa dunaka shay'. Iqdi 'anna daynana wa aghnina min al-faqr.
When to Read
This powerful dua is recommended to be recited when you find yourself unable to sleep due to persistent worries, anxieties, or overwhelming thoughts. It's particularly beneficial to say it before trying to sleep, or even if you wake up during the night with a troubled mind.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere conviction, focusing on each phrase and its meaning. Place your trust in Allah (SWT) to alleviate your worries and grant you peace. It is also a good practice to make wudu' before reciting it and to face the Qiblah if possible, although the primary focus should be the sincerity of your supplication.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive dua addresses multiple aspects of seeking Allah's protection and provision. It acknowledges Allah's absolute power and control over all creation, seeking refuge from all perceived evils. By asking Allah to settle debts and enrich from poverty, it tackles potential sources of worry that can lead to sleeplessness. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua as a means of seeking comprehensive protection and relief from distress.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Hurairah: The Prophet (ﷺ) used to say: "O Allah, Lord of the heavens and Lord of the earth, our Lord and Lord of all things, the One who causes the grain and date seeds to split, the One who sent down the Torah, the Gospel, and the Qur'an. I seek refuge in You from the evil of all things You are seizing by their forelocks. O Allah, You are the First, so there is nothing before You; You are the Last, so there is nothing after You; You are the Apparent, so there is nothing above You; You are the Hidden, so there is nothing closer than You. Settle our debts for us and enrich us from poverty."