اللَّهُمَّ لا سَهْلَ إِلاَّ مَا جَعَلْتَهُ سَهْلاً، وَأَنْتَ تَجْعَلُ الحَزْنَ إِذَا شِئْتَ سَهْلاً
O Allah, there is no ease except what You make easy. If You will, You can make hardship easy.
Allahumma la sahla illa ma ja'altahu sahla, wa anta taj'alul hazna idha shi'ta sahla
When to Read
Recite this dua right after finishing your work for the day, especially when facing a task that seems overwhelming or difficult. It's perfect for that moment you're transitioning from your professional duties to home life and feel the weight of ongoing responsibilities or a challenging project.
How to Read
Recite it with sincere conviction, visualizing Allah's power to transform any difficulty into ease. Imagine your worries melting away as you speak the words. It's best to say it in Arabic if you can, but the meaning is what truly counts. Say it once with focused intention.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful dua, taught to us by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, is a direct appeal to the One who controls all ease and hardship. By reciting it, we acknowledge our own limitations and His absolute power. It helps to shift our perspective from seeing insurmountable obstacles to trusting in Allah's ability to smooth the path forward. It brings peace of mind and can make the seemingly impossible feel achievable, by His grace.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Anas (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Prophet (peace be upon him) 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 hardship easy if You will.)