Dua & Sunnah
Dua & Sunnah

Dua for Remembering the Transience of Life and the Hereafter Before Sleep

Sleep Duas
Sahih HadithSahih Muslim 2712

اللَّهُمَّ قِنِي عَذَابَكَ يَوْمَ تَبْعَثُ عِبَادَكَ

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O Allah, protect me from Your punishment on the Day You resurrect Your servants.

Allahumma qini 'adhabaka yawma tab'athu 'ibadak

When to Read

Recite this before sleeping. As you lie down to rest, this dua serves as a powerful reminder of our ultimate accountability and the fleeting nature of this worldly life.

How to Read

Recite this sincerely, with full awareness of its meaning. It is recommended to say it three times before sleeping, as narrated in some accounts.

Virtues & Benefits

This beautiful dua connects us to the core of our faith: belief in the Day of Judgment. By asking Allah to protect us from His punishment, we acknowledge our sins and our need for His mercy. It shifts our focus from the day's concerns to our eternal destination, fostering humility and a sense of responsibility in our actions. It also prepares the heart for sleep not as an escape, but as a temporary rest before our Creator.

Source & Authentication

The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: 'When you go to your bed, say: Allahumma qini 'adhabaka yawma tab'athu 'ibadak (O Allah, protect me from Your punishment on the Day You resurrect Your servants).' He said this three times. (Sahih Muslim 2712)
Sahih HadithSahih Muslim 2712
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