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 resurrection.
Alhamdulillah alladhi ahyana ba'da ma amatana wa ilaihi an-nushur.
When to Read
Immediately upon waking up in the morning. This dua serves as a beautiful reminder that a new day is a fresh opportunity granted by Allah. With this gratitude, we can then consciously set the intention to learn from yesterday's shortcomings and strive to do better.
How to Read
Recite this supplication with sincerity and a present heart. Reflect on the immense blessing of being granted another chance at life. As you say these words, make a firm intention in your heart to acknowledge any mistakes made, seek Allah's forgiveness, and commit to correcting them in your actions today.
Virtues & Benefits
Expressing gratitude for life upon waking is a foundational act of worship. It grounds us in the reality that our existence is a gift from Allah. This immediate acknowledgment sets a positive tone for the day, prompting reflection on our actions and a sincere desire to improve, which is the first step in rectifying past errors.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: 'Whoever wakes up saying: 'Alhamdulillah alladhi hadana ila hadha wa ma kunna li-nahtadi, laula an hadana Allahu' (All praise is for Allah, who has guided us to this, and we could never have been guided if Allah had not guided us), and 'Alhamdulillah alladhi ahyana ba'da ma amatana wa ilaihi an-nushur' (All praise is for Allah, who brought us back to life after giving us death, and to Him is the resurrection), it will be said to him: 'The gates of Paradise will be opened for you, enter through whichever you wish.'