الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي عَافَانِي فِي جَسَدِي وَرَدَّ عَلَيَّ رُوحِي وَأَذِنَ لِي بِذِكْرِهِ
All praise is due to Allah, who restored my soul and granted me well-being in my body and permitted me to remember Him.
*Al-hamdulillah alladhi 'afani fi jasadi wa radda 'alayya ruhi wa adhina li bi dhikrih*
When to Read
This is the beautiful dua the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would recite immediately upon waking. It's a perfect way to begin your day, setting a tone of gratitude and reliance on Allah before any worries or thoughts of the day can take hold. Recite it as soon as you become conscious after waking, even if you're still lying in bed.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and a heart full of gratitude. Focus on the meaning of each word, acknowledging Allah's immense blessings upon you – the restoration of your spirit, the health of your body, and the ability to remember Him. Say it gently, perhaps even whispering it to yourself, as you transition from sleep to wakefulness.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a powerful shield against anxiety and doubt. By starting your day with praise and acknowledgment of Allah's grace, you anchor yourself in His presence. It reminds you that your health, your life, and your ability to worship Him are all gifts from Him. This perspective shift can dramatically reduce feelings of worry and uncertainty, fostering a sense of peace and trust in Allah's plan.
Source & Authentication
When the Prophet (ﷺ) woke up, he would say: 'Al-hamdulillah alladhi 'afani fi jasadi wa radda 'alayya ruhi wa adhina li bi dhikrih.' (All praise is due to Allah, who restored my soul and granted me well-being in my body and permitted me to remember Him). [Sunan At-Tirmidhi 3392, graded Hasan by the scholars of Tirmidhi. It is also found in Sahih al-Bukhari 6312 with slightly different wording focusing on the restoration of the soul].