الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَحْيَانَا بَعْدَ مَا أَمَاتَنَا وَإِلَيْهِ النُّشُورُ
All praise is for Allah Who gave us life after causing us to die, and to Him is the return.
*Alhamdulillahilladhi ahyaana ba'da ma amaatana wa ilaihin-nushoor*
When to Read
This is the first supplication to be recited immediately upon waking up from sleep. It marks the beginning of our day, acknowledging Allah's power over life and death, and His ultimate control over our return.
How to Read
Recite this dua once with sincere intention and gratitude as soon as you become aware of being awake. It is a simple yet profound way to start your day, remembering the Creator. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would say this upon waking.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a beautiful expression of gratitude and acknowledgment of Allah's sovereignty. It reminds us that our very existence, including the ability to wake up each morning, is a gift from Him. By reciting this, we begin our day with humility and reliance on Allah, setting a positive and faith-filled tone.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Hudhaifa: Whenever the Prophet (ﷺ) woke up from sleep, he used to say: 'Alhamdulillahilladhi ahyaana ba'da ma amaatana wa ilaihin-nushoor' (All the praises are for Allah Who gave us life after He had caused us to die, and to Him is the return).