اَلْحَمْدُ لِلّٰهِ الَّذِيْ أَحْيَانَا بَعْدَ مَاۤ أَمَاتَنَا وَإِلَيْهِ النُّشُوْرُ
All praise is due to Allah, Who revived us after causing us to die, and to Him is the resurrection.
Al-hamdulillahilladhi ahyaana ba'da ma amaatana wa ilaihin-nushoor
When to Read
This dua is recited immediately upon waking up in the morning. It's a beautiful way to start the day, acknowledging Allah's power over life and death, and setting a positive, grateful tone. By starting with gratitude for being brought back to life, we can then intentionally direct our minds towards seeking truth and knowledge throughout the day.
How to Read
Recite this sincerely from the heart as you become conscious after waking. It’s often recited while still in bed, before getting up. The essence is to acknowledge Allah's favor and prepare your mindset for the day ahead, which includes being open to learning and accepting truth.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a cornerstone of our morning remembrance. It grounds us in the reality of our existence and our return to Allah. Reciting it regularly fosters a habit of gratitude and mindfulness. By acknowledging Allah's power, we cultivate humility and an openness to His guidance. This mindset naturally prepares us to be receptive to beneficial knowledge and to accept the truth, wherever it may be found, as we embark on our day's activities.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Hudhaifa: Whenever the Prophet (ﷺ) got up for the night (to offer his prayers), he would say: 'Allah is the Greatest! All praise is due to Allah! Glory be to Allah! There is no god but Allah! Allah is the Greatest! There is no power and no might but with Allah, the Exalted, the Almighty.' Then he would say: 'O Allah! Forgive me my sins, or grant me what You willed.' Then he would perform ablution and offer prayers. He would then say: 'O Allah! Lord of Jibrail and Mika'il and the Lord of the Heavens and the Earth, the Knower of the unseen and the visible, You judge between Your servants in that wherein they differ. Guide me to the truth wherein lies disagreement, by Your leave, for verily You guide to the straight path.'