When a Muslim wakes from sleep, remembering Allah is a beautiful way to begin the day. The following supplication is reported in authentic hadith.
الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَحْيَانَا بَعْدَ مَا أَمَاتَنَا وَإِلَيْهِ النُّشُورُ
Al-hamdu lillahil-ladhi ahyana ba'da ma amatana wa ilayhin-nushur.
All praise is for Allah who gave us life after causing us to die, and to Him is the resurrection.
Hadith — Sahih al-Bukhari — Sahih al-Bukhari 6312
Authenticity: Sahih
Meaning and Explanation
The dua acknowledges that sleep resembles death and that Allah gives us life again. It reminds the believer of resurrection and gratitude.
When to Recite
Immediately after waking from sleep.
How to Recite
Recite the dua after waking and reflect on its meaning and gratitude to Allah.
Important Notes
Use the established wording from authentic hadith. Do not add unverified wording and attribute it to the Prophet ﷺ.
Benefits
It begins the day with praise of Allah and remembrance. It also reminds the believer of the Hereafter and resurrection.
Source
Hadith — Sahih al-Bukhari — Sahih al-Bukhari 6312
Authenticity: Sahih (Authentic)
Narrated Hudhaifa (RA) regarding the Prophet's sleep and waking adhkar.
Content type: Hadith
Tags:
dua for waking up
morning dua
waking up prayer
dua after sleep
Islamic morning dua
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Wiping the trace of sleep from the face with your hands, reciting the waking-up dua, and using the Siwak (toothbrush).