سُبْحَانَكَ اللَّهُمَّ وَبِحَمْدِكَ، أَشْهَدُ أَنْ لاَ إِلَهَ إِلاَّ أَنْتَ، أَسْتَغْفِرُكَ وَأَتُوبُ إِلَيْكَ
Glory be to You, O Allah, and praise be to You. I bear witness that there is no god but You. I seek Your forgiveness and turn to You in repentance.
Subhanakallahumma wa bihamdik, ash-hadu an la ilaha illa ant, astaghfiruka wa atubu ilaik
When to Read
This beautiful dua is perfect for reciting at the end of the day, as you prepare for rest. It's an excellent way to wind down, reflecting on the day that has passed and seeking forgiveness for any shortcomings, while acknowledging Allah's perfection. Consider making it a part of your evening routine, perhaps after Maghrib or before sleeping.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and full presence of heart. Imagine yourself presenting your day's record to Allah. The act of seeking forgiveness and turning to Him in repentance should be accompanied by a genuine desire to improve and do better. It's a private moment between you and your Creator, so recite it in a calm and reflective state.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication is a powerful way to end the day, carrying immense spiritual benefits. It serves as an immediate cleanser for any mistakes or missed opportunities throughout the day. By praising Allah and acknowledging His uniqueness, we reaffirm our Tawhid. Seeking His forgiveness is a means to purify ourselves and draw closer to Him. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua as a means of atonement for any unintentional lapses or wrongdoings that may have occurred during gatherings or daily interactions. It offers a sense of peace and closure to the day.
Source & Authentication
Aishah (may Allah be pleased with her) reported: The Messenger of Allah ﷺ never used to pray more than eleven rak'ahs in Ramadan or otherwise. He would pray four (rak'ahs), and do not ask about their excellence and length. Then he would pray four, and do not ask about their excellence and length. Then he would pray three (rak'ahs). She further said: I asked: O Messenger of Allah, are you going to perform the Witr prayer before the night is over? He said: O Aishah, the eyes sleep, but the heart does not sleep. Then Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) and Abu Bakr (may Allah be pleased with him) came for the rest of the year (to the mosque for night prayer), and the Muslims prayed with him for a night or two. Abu Bakr (may Allah be pleased with him) stood up to lead the prayer, but the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: 'Allahumma, subhanaka wa bihamdik, la ilaha illa ant, astaghfiruka wa atubu ilaik' (O Allah, Glory be to You and praise be to You. There is no god but You. I seek Your forgiveness and turn to You in repentance). This is a statement that was spoken by him when he performed Witr prayer. (Sahih Muslim 769 - this hadith mentions the dua in the context of Witr prayer, but its general meaning of atonement makes it suitable for daily reflection and closing the day). *Note: While the primary context in Sahih Muslim is Witr prayer, the wording is a powerful supplication for seeking forgiveness and acknowledging Allah's perfection, making it highly relevant for end-of-day reflection and seeking purification from daily inadvertent actions.*