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.
Al-hamdu lillahil-ladhi ahyaana ba'da ma amaatana wa ilaihin-nushoor.
When to Read
This dua is recited immediately upon waking up in the morning. It serves as a foundational expression of gratitude for the new day and the renewed opportunity to live, strive, and learn, aligning with the intention to improve and acquire new skills.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely with awareness of its meaning. Acknowledge that each morning is a gift from Allah, a chance to reset and focus your intentions. Feel the gratitude for being granted another day to learn and grow in knowledge and practice.
Virtues & Benefits
This declaration of gratitude is central to starting the day with a correct mindset. It reminds us of our dependence on Allah and His ultimate power over life and death. By recognizing this blessing, we are better positioned to approach the day with a desire to utilize the time He has granted us, whether for spiritual growth, acquiring new skills, or improving existing ones. It sets a positive tone, fostering a sense of purpose and renewed energy to learn and improve.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: 'Whoever wakes up and says: Alhamdulillahil-ladhi ahyaana ba'da ma amaatana wa ilaihin-nushoor. (All praise is for Allah Who gave us life after death, and to Him is the Resurrection), it is an expiation for what happened during the night.' Sahih al-Bukhari 6312.