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 ahyaana ba'da ma amaatana wa ilahin-nushoor
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited immediately upon waking up from sleep. It’s the very first act of our day, acknowledging Allah’s power over life and death before our feet even touch the ground.
How to Read
Recite this with a heart full of gratitude, recognizing that waking up is a new lease on life granted by our Creator. It’s a moment to pause and thank Him before engaging with the world. You can recite it sitting up in bed, or as you begin to move around.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a powerful reminder of Allah's sovereignty and our dependence on Him. By starting the day with gratitude for life itself, we set a positive spiritual tone. It helps us remember that our return is to Allah, encouraging us to live each day in accordance with His will. It’s also an acknowledgement of the miracle of sleep and waking, a testament to Allah's immense power.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Hudhaifa (may Allah be pleased with him): Whenever the Prophet (peace be upon him) got up for the night prayer, he would clean his mouth with Siwak and then say: 'Al-hamdu lillahil-ladhi ahyaana ba'da ma amaatana wa ilahin-nushoor.' (All praise is for Allah Who gave us life after death, and to Him is the return.) Then he would pray.'