الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَحْيَانَا بَعْدَ مَا أَمَاتَنَا وَإِلَيْهِ النُّشُورُ
All praise is for Allah Who gave us life after bringing us death, and to Him is the final resurrection.
Al-hamdulillahilladhi ahyaana ba'da ma amaatana wa ilaihin-nushoor.
When to Read
This is the recommended dua to recite immediately upon waking up in the morning. It's a beautiful way to start your day by acknowledging Allah's power over life and death, setting a tone of gratitude and dependence on Him as you face whatever the day may bring.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a heart full of gratitude. Reflect on the miracle of waking up each day, a gift from Allah. It's a simple yet profound affirmation of Tawhid (Oneness of Allah) and His dominion over creation. Say it after you become fully conscious, before you even get out of bed.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua upon waking fosters a deep sense of gratitude for the gift of life. It reminds us that our waking and sleeping are entirely at Allah's command, strengthening our reliance on Him. This conscious acknowledgment of Allah as the source of life and the ultimate destination helps purify our intentions for the day ahead, promoting a clear conscience and inner peace as we begin our daily activities.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, when he woke up, used to say: 'Al-hamdulillahilladhi ahyaana ba'da ma amaatana wa ilaihin-nushoor.' (All praise is for Allah Who gave us life after bringing us death, and to Him is the final resurrection). Sahih al-Bukhari 6306.