الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَحْيَانَا بَعْدَ مَا أَمَاتَنَا وَإِلَيْهِ النُّشُورُ
Praise be to Allah, Who brought us back to life after giving us death, and to Him is the resurrection.
Alhamdulillahilladhi ahyaana ba'da ma amaatanaa wa ilaihin-nushoor.
When to Read
This fundamental dua is recited immediately upon waking from sleep, whether it's the sleep of night or a short nap during the day. It marks the beginning of your conscious engagement with the world and sets a tone of gratitude and reliance on Allah.
How to Read
Recite this with sincere acknowledgement of Allah's power to give and take life. Feel the gratitude for being granted another day and reflect on the ultimate return to Him. It's best recited before moving, changing position, or engaging in any worldly activity.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication is a profound affirmation of Tawhid (Oneness of Allah) and His absolute control over life and death. It instills humility and gratitude, reminding us that every breath is a blessing from Him. By starting the day with this dua, we consciously place our trust in Allah, seeking His guidance and protection for the hours ahead, implicitly asking for the ability to use this renewed life wisely.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Hudhaifa: Whenever the Prophet (peace be upon him) got up for the night (to offer his prayers), he would say: 'Allah is the Greatest! Glory be to Allah! Much praise be to Allah! Allah is the Greatest! I seek refuge in Allah from the evil of the wind, from the evil of the evening prayer, and from the evil of the year.' When he broke his fast (after fasting for some days), he would say: 'The thirst has gone, the veins are quenched, and the reward is certain, if Allah wills.' And when he woke up from sleep, he would say: 'Praise be to Allah, Who gave us life after death, and to Him is the resurrection.' Sahih al-Bukhari 6312