اللَّهُمَّ لا سَهْلَ إِلاَّ مَا جَعَلْتَهُ سَهْلاً، وَأَنْتَ تَجْعَلُ الحَزْنَ إِذَا شِئْتَ سَهْلاً
O Allah, there is no ease except that which You make easy. If You wish, You can make difficulty easy.
Allahumma la sahla illa ma ja'altahu sahlan, wa anta taj'alul-hazna idha shi'ta sahlan
When to Read
Recite this dua when you find yourself completely stumped by an exam question, feeling overwhelmed by the difficulty, and unable to recall the answer. It's a powerful prayer to invoke Allah's help in making the difficult easy.
How to Read
Take a moment to pause. Focus your heart on Allah, the ultimate source of all knowledge and ease. Recite the dua with sincerity and conviction, trusting in His ability to open your mind and guide your thoughts. You can whisper it to yourself or say it silently.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a beautiful supplication taught to us for seeking Allah's assistance in overcoming obstacles. By reciting it, you are acknowledging your own limitations and turning to the One who can truly make any difficulty simple. It fosters a sense of reliance on Allah (tawakkul) and can bring peace of mind and clarity when facing challenges.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Anas bin Malik (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Prophet (peace be upon him) said: 'O Allah, there is no ease except that which You make easy. If You wish, You can make this difficulty easy.' And he would seek ease for himself.