اللَّهُمَّ لَا سَهْلَ إِلَّا مَا جَعَلْتَهُ سَهْلًا، وَأَنْتَ تَجْعَلُ الْحَزْنُ إِذَا شِئْتَ سَهْلًا
O Allah, there is no ease except that which 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
This dua is perfect to recite just before you start your exam, or whenever you feel overwhelmed by a difficult question. It’s about seeking Allah's help in making the task manageable, acknowledging that true ease comes only from Him.
How to Read
Recite this with sincerity and a heart full of reliance on Allah. Raise your hands if you can, and believe that He will make the path to answering questions clear for you. Remember to also do your best in your preparation.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, is a powerful reminder of our dependence on Allah for success in all our endeavors, including exams. It shifts our focus from the difficulty of the task to the ability of Allah to make it easy. It instills peace and confidence, knowing that ultimate success is in His hands, which can help alleviate exam anxiety.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated that Anas bin Malik (may Allah be pleased with him) said: The Messenger of Allah ﷺ 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 that which You make easy, and You make hardship easy if You will.)