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 resurrection.
Al-hamdu lillahil-ladhi ahyaana ba'da ma amaatana wa ilaihin-nushoor.
When to Read
This is the fundamental dua to recite immediately upon waking from sleep, before any other action. It sets the tone for the day, acknowledging Allah's power and your dependence on Him.
How to Read
Recite this immediately upon becoming conscious after sleep. It's a declaration of gratitude and a recognition of Allah's absolute control over life and death. The intention should be to thank Allah for the new day and to acknowledge that your ability to live it is solely from Him.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a powerful way to start the day with gratitude, acknowledging that every breath and every moment of consciousness is a gift from Allah. It reminds us of our ultimate return to Him, fostering humility and a mindful approach to life. By recognizing Allah's power over life and death, we also implicitly acknowledge His power to help us overcome any struggle, including our own inner battles and ingrained bad habits. It’s a foundational step in seeking His assistance for the day's challenges.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Hudhaifah (may Allah be pleased with him): When the Prophet (peace be upon him) would wake up from sleep, he would say: 'Al-hamdu lillahil-ladhi ahyaana ba'da ma amaatana, wa ilaihin-nushoor.' (All praise is for Allah, who brought us back to life after causing us to die, and to Him is the resurrection.) - Sahih al-Bukhari 6306