الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَحْيَانَا بَعْدَ مَا أَمَاتَنَا وَإِلَيْهِ النُّشُورُ
All praise is for Allah Who brought us back to life after causing us to die, and to Him is the final return.
Al-hamdu lillahilladhi ahyana ba'da ma amatana wa ilaihin-nushur.
When to Read
This is the first dua recited immediately upon waking from sleep, before even moving or becoming fully aware. It sets the tone for the entire day.
How to Read
Recite this with a sincere heart, reflecting on the immense blessing of being granted another day of life. Acknowledge that this life and death are in Allah's hands, and our return is to Him. This acknowledgment should foster humility and a desire to use the granted time wisely.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a profound expression of gratitude for the gift of life and consciousness. It reminds us of Allah's sovereignty over life and death, cultivating a mindset of reliance on Him. By acknowledging our return to Him, we are implicitly reminded to live a life pleasing to Him, which is the ultimate way to overcome inner struggles and bad habits – by seeking Allah's help and striving to align our actions with His pleasure.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: 'When one of you wakes up, he should say: Al-hamdu lillahilladhi ahyana ba'da ma amatana wa ilaihin-nushur (All praise is for Allah Who brought us back to life after causing us to die, and to Him is the final return). And if one of us sleeps and wakes up with apprehension, he should say: Al-hamdu lillahilladhi 'aafaani fi jasadi wa radda 'alayya roohi wa 'adhana li bi dhikrihi (All praise is for Allah Who granted me health in my body, returned my soul to me, and allowed me to remember Him).'