اللَّهُمَّ رَبَّ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالأَرْضِ، رَبَّنَا وَرَبَّ كُلِّ شَيْءٍ، فَالِقَ الْحَبِّ وَالنَّوَى، وَمُنْزِلَ التَّوْرَاةِ وَالإِنْجِيلِ وَالْفُرْقَانِ، أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ كُلِّ شَيْءٍ أَنْتَ آخِذٌ بِنَاصِيَتِهِ. اللَّهُمَّ أَنْتَ الأَوَّلُ فَلَيْسَ قَبْلَكَ شَيْءٌ، وَأَنْتَ الآخِرُ فَلَيْسَ بَعْدَكَ شَيْءٌ، وَأَنْتَ الظَّاهِرُ فَلَيْسَ فَوْقَكَ شَيْءٌ، وَأَنْتَ الْبَاطِنُ فَلَيْسَ دُونَكَ شَيْءٌ، اقْضِ عَنَّا دَيْنَناَ وَأَغْنِنَا مِنَ الْفَقْرِ.
O Allah, Lord of the heavens and the earth, our Lord and Lord of all things. The One who causes the grain and the date-stone to split and sprout, the One who sent down the Torah, the Gospel, and the Quran. I seek refuge in You from the evil of everything You are seizing by its forelock. O Allah, You are the First, so there is nothing before You. You are the Last, so there is nothing after You. You are the Evident, so there is nothing above You. You are the Hidden, so there is nothing nearer than You. Grant us relief from our debt and enrich us from poverty.
Allahumma Rabba as-samawati wa al-ard, Rabbana wa Rabba kulli shay', faliq al-habbi wa an-nawa, wa munzil at-Tawrati wal-Injili wal-Furqan. A'udhu bika min sharri kulli shay'in anta akhidhun bi nasiyatih. Allahumma Anta al-Awwalu falaysa qablaka shay', wa Anta al-Akhiru falaysa ba'daka shay', wa Anta adh-Dhāhiru falaysa fawqaka shay', wa Anta al-Batinu falaysa dūnaka shay'. Iqdi 'anna daynana wa aghnina min al-faqr.
When to Read
This powerful supplication is particularly beneficial when you find yourself unable to sleep due to racing thoughts, worries, or general restlessness. Reciting it before trying to sleep, or if you wake up in the middle of the night and cannot return to sleep, can bring immense peace and ease.
How to Read
Recite this dua with a sincere heart, focusing on the meaning and acknowledging Allah's absolute power and sovereignty over all creation. It's recommended to recite it with your right hand placed on your chest, where the heart is, to bring a sense of calm and presence. If you are able, facing the Qiblah can add to the sense of reverence.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses seeking refuge from all forms of evil, acknowledging Allah's omnipresence and omnipotence, and asking for relief from debt and poverty. By reciting it, one seeks protection, affirms Tawhid (Oneness of Allah), and asks for worldly and spiritual ease. This comprehensive seeking of refuge and acknowledgment of Allah's attributes can lead to a profound sense of tranquility, helping to overcome the anxiety often associated with insomnia. It helps shift focus from worries to the One who controls all outcomes.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) used to teach his companions, when one of them was sleeping and afraid, the following words: 'Allahumma Rabba as-samawati wa al-ard, Rabbana wa Rabba kulli shay', faliq al-habbi wa an-nawa, wa munzil at-Tawrati wal-Injili wal-Furqan. A'udhu bika min sharri kulli shay'in anta akhidhun bi nasiyatih. Allahumma Anta al-Awwalu falaysa qablaka shay', wa Anta al-Akhiru falaysa ba'daka shay', wa Anta adh-Dhāhiru falaysa fawqaka shay', wa Anta al-Batinu falaysa dūnaka shay'. Iqdi 'anna daynana wa aghnina min al-faqr.' (Sahih Muslim 2713).