الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَحْيَانَا بَعْدَ مَا أَمَاتَنَا وَإِلَيْهِ النُّشُورُ
All praise is for Allah, Who brought us back to life after death, and to Him is the return.
*Al-hamdulillahilladhi ahyaana ba'da ma amaatanaa wa ilaihin-nushoor*
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited immediately upon waking from sleep, as the first words to leave your lips. It's a profound recognition of Allah's power over life and death and a grateful acknowledgment of another day granted to us.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely after opening your eyes in the morning. It's a simple yet powerful expression of gratitude. Make sure to pronounce the Arabic clearly and understand its meaning.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates gratitude for the gift of life and health. Waking up is a daily reminder of Allah's grace, as sleep is considered a form of minor death. This recognition fosters humility, thankfulness, and a renewed sense of purpose for the day ahead, aligning our intentions with Allah's will.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Hudhaifa: Whenever the Prophet (ﷺ) got up for night prayer, he used to say: 'Allah Akbar! The Owner of Heavens and the Earth, the Owner of all that is in them! All praise is for Allah, Who brought us back to life after death, and to Him is the return.' (Sahih al-Bukhari 6312). While this specific hadith refers to waking for Tahajjud, the core phrase for thanking Allah for bringing one back to life after sleep is widely understood and recommended for any waking moment.