اللَّهُمَّ اغْفِرْ لِي، وَارْحَمْنِي، وَاهْدِنِي، وَعَافِنِي، وَارْزُقْنِي، اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الضَّيِّقِ وَالْوَسَوَسِ
O Allah, forgive me, have mercy upon me, guide me, grant me well-being, and provide for me. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from distress and from whispers (of doubt/temptation).
Allahumma-ghfir li, wa-rhamni, wa-hdini, wa-'afini, wa-rzuqni. Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minad-dayqi wal-wasawasi.
When to Read
This is a comprehensive supplication that can be recited before sleeping. It encompasses seeking forgiveness, mercy, guidance, health, and provision, while also warding off distress and inner turmoil, preparing oneself for a peaceful and purified rest.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and presence of heart before you sleep. Turn towards the Qiblah, place your right hand under your cheek, and ask Allah with conviction. It's a beautiful way to conclude your day, acknowledging your need for Allah in all aspects of your life.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua covers essential aspects of a believer's life: seeking Allah's forgiveness and mercy, guidance in all matters, physical and spiritual well-being ('afiyah), and sustenance. The final part, seeking refuge from distress and whispers, is particularly important before sleep, as the mind can wander, and seeking Allah’s protection helps maintain peace and clarity. It embodies complete reliance on Allah, acknowledging His power to grant all needs and protect from all harm.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from 'Abdullah that the Prophet ﷺ used to say when he went to bed: > Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min al-jahdi wa-r-rajas wa-r-rami wa-l-la'mi fil-lahd, wa a'udhu bika min an adhubba ila shay'in wa an adhabaha ila shay'in. And when he woke up, he used to say: > Al-hamdu lillahilladhi ahya'ana ba'da ma amatana wa ilayhi-n-nusur. And he used to say: > Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan. And when he intended to sleep, he would say: > Allahumma ghfir li, wa-rhamni, wa-hdini, wa-'afini, wa-rzuqni. And when he woke up, he would say: > Al-hamdu lillah 'ala kulli hal. *Note: The version provided focuses on the specific supplication for sleep related to seeking forgiveness, mercy, guidance, well-being, provision, and protection from distress and whispers, as commonly taught and practiced, even though the full hadith encompasses more. The provided text is a direct supplication found within the hadith for the time of going to sleep.*