اللَّهُمَّ لا سَهْلَ إِلَّا مَا جَعَلْتَهُ سَهْلًا وَأَنْتَ تَجْعَلُ الْحَزْنَ إِذَا شِئْتَ سَهْلًا
O Allah, there is no ease except in that which You have made easy, and You make the difficult easy if You wish.
Allahumma la sahla illa ma ja'altahu sahlan, wa anta taj'alul-hazna idha shi'ta sahlan.
When to Read
This profound supplication is one the Prophet ﷺ used to recite whenever he encountered something difficult, and it's particularly potent during Ramadan. When you’re juggling work, family, worship, and the demands of fasting, you might feel overwhelmed or drained. Recite this dua when you start your day, before a demanding task, during moments of fatigue, or whenever you feel the burden of your schedule pressing down. It’s a powerful acknowledgment that only Allah can make things truly easy for us.
How to Read
Approach this dua with humility and firm conviction in Allah’s power. Understand that you are asking the One who controls all matters to grant you ease. While you can recite it silently to yourself, take a moment to truly reflect on its meaning. Raise your hands if you feel inclined, a beautiful sunnah of dua, but the most important aspect is the sincerity of your heart and your complete reliance on Allah (tawakkul).
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua imbues your heart with **tranquility and peace**, knowing that your efforts are in Allah's hands. It cultivates a deep sense of **reliance on Allah (tawakkul)**, reminding you that despite your planning and striving, ultimate ease comes from Him alone. This shifts your perspective from seeing difficulties as insurmountable obstacles to opportunities for seeking Allah's help. It brings **spiritual strength**, enabling you to navigate the physical and mental demands of fasting and daily life with greater patience and resilience. When you invoke this dua, you are following the blessed example of the Prophet ﷺ, and Allah, in His immense mercy, answers the call of His servant who turns to Him.
Source & Authentication
Anas ibn Malik (may Allah be pleased with him) reported that the Prophet ﷺ said: "O Allah, there is no ease except in that which You have made easy, and You make the difficult easy if You wish." This narration, found in authentic collections, highlights the Prophet's ﷺ beautiful and unwavering reliance on Allah for every matter, big or small. He taught his companions, and through them, us, to always turn to our Creator, acknowledging that true ease and comfort stem only from His divine will and power.