اللَّهُمَّ لا سَهْلَ إِلاَّ مَا جَعَلْتَهُ سَهْلاً، وَأَنْتَ تَجْعَلُ الحَزْنَ إِذَا شِئْتَ سَهْلاً
O Allah, there is no ease except what You make easy. And You make hardship easy if You will.
Allahumma la sahla illa ma ja'altahu sahla, wa anta taj'alul hazna idha shi'ta sahla
When to Read
Recite this dua before you begin your exam, especially when you find the questions overwhelming or the subject matter particularly challenging. It's also beneficial to say it during moments of intense difficulty within the exam itself, to ask Allah for His divine intervention to make things clear and manageable.
How to Read
With sincere intention and full reliance on Allah. Raise your hands if you feel the need for extra supplication, as this is a Sunnah in certain supplications. Believe in the power of Allah's response and His ability to ease any difficulty. Focus on the meaning of the words as you recite them.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a powerful acknowledgment of Allah's sovereignty over all matters. By reciting it, you are directly asking the One who controls ease and difficulty to make your challenging exam accessible and understandable. It fosters humility, dependence on Allah (tawakkul), and can alleviate anxiety, allowing your mind to function more effectively under pressure. It reminds you that no matter how daunting a task appears, with Allah's help, it can become simple.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (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.) This hadith is widely reported and its authenticity is established. It's a foundational supplication that the Prophet ﷺ taught for seeking ease in any difficult situation.