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 return.
Al-hamdu lillahil-ladhi ahyana ba'da ma amatana wa ilaihin-nushur.
When to Read
Immediately upon waking up from sleep.
How to Read
Recite this dua once upon waking. It is a beautiful way to begin your day by acknowledging Allah's power over life and death and reaffirming your return to Him. You can recite it while still in bed, before getting up.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses a profound acknowledgement of Allah's sovereignty. By praising Him for returning your soul after the 'death' of sleep, you recognize that every breath and every moment is a gift from Him. It sets a tone of gratitude and mindfulness for the day ahead, reminding you of your ultimate purpose and return to your Creator. The act of waking is itself a sign of Allah's power, and this dua articulates that recognition, fostering a connection with Allah from the very start of your day.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: 'When Allah brings any of you to the morning, let him say: Alhamdulillah alladhi ahyana ba'da ma amatana wa ilaihin-nushur (All praise is for Allah, Who gave us life after death, and to Him is the return). And when he is about to sleep, let him say: Alhamdulillah alladhi anzala al-sakinata fi qulubi al-mu'minin (All praise is for Allah, Who sent down tranquility into the hearts of the believers).' (Sahih al-Bukhari 6306)