اللَّهُمَّ غَارَتِ النُّجُومُ وَهَدَأَتِ الْعُيُونُ وَأَنْتَ حَيٌّ قَيُّومٌ لَا تَأْخُذُكَ سِنَةٌ وَلَا نَوْمٌ اللَّهُمَّ أَصْلِحْ لِي لَيْلِي وَنَوِّمْنِي
O Allah, the stars have appeared, and the eyes have rested, and You are Ever-Living, the Sustainer. Sleep and slumber do not overtake You. O Allah, make my night good and grant me sleep.
Allahumma gharatin-nujoomu wa hada'atil-'uyoonu wa Anta Hayyun Qayyoomun la ta'khudhuka sinatun wa la nawmun. Allahumma aslih li layli wa nawwimnee.
When to Read
This is a beautiful dua to recite just before you intend to sleep, especially if you find yourself struggling with anxiety that keeps you awake. It's a way to hand over your worries to Allah when you feel your mind racing and your body is tired but unable to rest.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction as you lie down to sleep. It’s beneficial to have a clear intention of seeking Allah's help to overcome your sleeplessness and anxiety. You can place your right hand on your chest where your heart is, focusing on the meaning of the words and the attributes of Allah mentioned. You might also consider performing wudu before lying down, as this is a Sunnah practice before sleep.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua acknowledges Allah's eternal watchfulness and His control over all things, including our ability to sleep. By reciting it, we consciously admit our dependence on Him for rest and peace. It helps to shift our focus from our anxious thoughts to the all-powerful Allah, who is never troubled by weariness. The benefit lies in transferring the burden of sleeplessness to the One who never slumbers, bringing a sense of calm and trust, which is crucial for overcoming anxiety-induced insomnia.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us to recite: 'Allahumma gharatin-nujoomu wa hada'atil-'uyoonu wa Anta Hayyun Qayyoomun la ta'khudhuka sinatun wa la nawmun. Allahumma aslih li layli wa nawwimnee.' (O Allah, the stars have appeared, and the eyes have rested, and You are Ever-Living, the Sustainer. Sleep and slumber do not overtake You. O Allah, make my night good and grant me sleep.) This was narrated by Ibn As-Sunni in 'Amal al-Yawm wal-Laylah and graded Sahih by Al-Albani.