بِاسْمِكَ رَبِّي وَضَعْتُ جَنْبِي، وَبِكَ أَرْفَعُهُ، إِنْ أَمْسَكْتَ نَفْسِي فَاغْفِرْ لَهَا، وَإِنْ أَرْسَلْتَهَا فَاحْفَظْهَا بِمَا تَحْفَظُ بِهِ عِبَادَكَ الصَّالِحِينَ
In Your name, my Lord, I lie down, and in Your name, I rise. If You take my soul, forgive it, and if You keep it, protect it with what You protect Your righteous servants.
Bismika Rabbi wada'tu janbi, wa bika arfa'uhu. In amsakta nafsi faghfir laha, wa in arsalta-ha fahfadh-ha bima tahfazu bihi 'ibadak-as-salihin.
When to Read
Recite this dua just before you go to sleep, after you have finished your evening prayers and other nightly routines. It's a beautiful way to entrust your soul to Allah before entering the state of rest, making your sleep a form of worship.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and contemplation, reflecting on the meaning of entrusting your life and soul to Allah. Imagine yourself placing your head on the pillow with this plea on your lips, acknowledging His ultimate control over your life and death.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates a deep reliance on Allah. By reciting it, you acknowledge that even our sleep and waking are by His decree. It fosters a sense of peace and security, knowing that if our soul is returned to us, it will be in His protection, and if taken, we seek His forgiveness. This transforms sleep from mere unconsciousness into an act of faith and trust.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) used to say when he went to bed: 'Bismika Rabbi wada'tu janbi, wa bika arfa'uhu. In amsakta nafsi faghfir laha, wa in arsalta-ha fahfadh-ha bima tahfazu bihi 'ibadak-as-salihin.' (Sahih al-Bukhari 6320)