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 wish, You can make the difficult easy.
Allahumma la sahla illa ma ja'altahu sahla, wa anta taj'alul hazna idha shi'ta sahla
When to Read
Recite this dua before starting your examination or test. It's particularly beneficial when you feel overwhelmed by the difficulty or worried about your ability to recall information. It can be recited multiple times in the moments leading up to the exam or even as you look at the first question.
How to Read
Recite with sincerity and conviction, focusing on Allah's power to make any challenge easy. Raise your hands slightly in supplication if you feel comfortable doing so, and breathe deeply before you begin. It's a prayer for divine assistance in overcoming mental hurdles and finding clarity.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a powerful acknowledgment of Allah's omnipotence and His ability to ease our burdens. By turning to Him, we seek not only an easier test but also the strength and mental clarity to perform our best. It helps alleviate anxiety by reminding us that ultimate success comes from Allah, and He can transform hardship into ease.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated by Anas (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Messenger of Allah (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. If You wish, You can make the difficult easy).