الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَحْيَانَا بَعْدَ مَا أَمَاتَنَا وَإِلَيْهِ النُّشُورُ
All praise is due to Allah, Who revived us after causing us to die, and to Him is the resurrection.
Al-hamdulillahil-ladhi ahyaana ba'da ma amaatanaa wa ilaihi an-nushoor
When to Read
This is the very first thing we should say the moment consciousness returns upon waking from sleep. It's the opening declaration of gratitude for the gift of another day, another chance to live and worship Allah.
How to Read
Recite this upon waking, preferably before moving or engaging in any other activity. It's a beautiful way to acknowledge Allah's power and mercy right at the start of your day. Keeping this simple phrase on your tongue as you transition from sleep to wakefulness sets a profound spiritual tone.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a direct expression of thankfulness to Allah for the immense blessing of life. Sleep is a form of temporary death, and waking up is a resurrection granted by Allah. By starting our day with this, we acknowledge His sovereignty and His continuous provision of life, reminding us that our return is to Him.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Hudhaifa (may Allah be pleased with him): Whenever the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) went to bed, he would say: 'Bismika amutu wa ahya.' (O Allah, with Your name I die and live). And when he woke up, he would say: 'Al-hamdulillahil-ladhi ahyaana ba'da ma amaatanaa wa ilaihi an-nushoor.' (All praise is due to Allah, Who revived us after causing us to die, and to Him is the resurrection).