الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَحْيَانَا بَعْدَ مَا أَمَاتَنَا وَإِلَيْهِ النُّشُورُ
All praise is for Allah, who brought us back to life after giving us death, and to Him is the return.
Alhamdu lillahil-ladhi ahyana ba'da ma amatakana wa ilaihin-nushur
When to Read
This is the dua recited immediately upon waking up in the morning, marking the beginning of your day with gratitude and reliance on Allah. It's a beautiful way to acknowledge His dominion over life and death, and to set your intention for the day ahead – to live it in a way that pleases Him.
How to Read
Upon becoming conscious after waking, recite this supplication. It's a moment of quiet reflection, where you acknowledge Allah's power and your dependence on Him. There's no specific ritual, just a sincere heart turning to its Creator.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua serves as a profound reminder of Allah's power over life and death, fostering humility and gratitude. Reciting it upon waking establishes a conscious connection with Allah at the very start of your day, setting a tone of remembrance and reliance. It's an acknowledgment that every breath is a gift from Him, and that our ultimate return is to Him. This mindful beginning can guide our actions throughout the day, aligning them with His pleasure.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Hudhaifa: Whenever the Prophet (ﷺ) woke up at night, he would perform the prayer and then say: Allah is the Greatest! Glory be to Allah! (I praise Allah). Blessed be Your name. There is no god but You. (Sahih al-Bukhari 6306)