الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَحْيَانَا بَعْدَ مَا أَمَاتَنَا وَإِلَيْهِ النُّشُورُ
All praise is for Allah, who gave us life after death, and to Him is the resurrection.
Alhamdu lillahil-ladhi ahya-na ba'da ma amatana wa ilaihin-nushur
When to Read
This beautiful reminder is recited immediately upon waking up in the morning. It sets a tone of gratitude and remembrance of Allah as we begin our day. As we wake, our thoughts naturally turn to the day ahead, and what better way to start than by acknowledging Allah's power over life and death, and by making intention to honor those He has placed great importance upon – our parents.
How to Read
Upon waking, before moving or engaging in other activities, utter this phrase with sincerity and a heart full of gratitude for the blessing of another day. Feel the weight of Allah's dominion over your life and consider how you will use this renewed life in a way that pleases Him, including fulfilling your duties towards your parents.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua affirms our core belief in Tawhid (Oneness of Allah) and His control over life and death. It cultivates gratitude, which is a cornerstone of faith and a key to increased blessings. By starting the day with this remembrance, we set a spiritual foundation that can guide our actions and intentions, including our commitment to honoring and obeying our parents as commanded by Allah and His Messenger ﷺ.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Hudhaifah: Whenever the Prophet ﷺ woke up, he used to say: 'Alhamdu lillahil-ladhi ahya-na ba'da ma amatana wa ilaihin-nushur' (All praise is for Allah, who gave us life after death, and to Him is the resurrection). (Sahih al-Bukhari 6312)