Sleep & Wake

Dua Before Sleep — O Allah, let me live in Your Paradise

Source: Sunan al-Tirmidhi 3522

اللَّهُمَّأَحْيِنِيفِيجَنَّتِكَ،وَأَمِتْنِيعَلَىمِلَّتِكَ،وَأَعِذْنِيمِنْفِتْنَةِالْقَبْرِوَعَذَابِالْقَبْرِ،وَظُلْمَةِيَوْمِالْقِيَامَةِ.

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Transliteration

Allahumma aḥyini fi jannatika, wa amitni 'ala millatika, wa a'idhni min fitnatil-qabri wa 'adhabil-qabri, wa dhulmat yawmil-qiyamah.

Translation

O Allah, let me live in Your Paradise, and let me die upon Your way, and protect me from the trial of the grave, the punishment of the grave, and the darkness of the Day of Resurrection.

Context

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this comprehensive supplication to a companion when he asked what to say before sleeping. It encompasses seeking a life of faith, protection from the grave, and safety on the Day of Judgment.

Benefit

This dua seeks Allah's grace for a life lived according to His commands, a good end, and protection from the immense trials of the grave and the hereafter.

When to Recite

Upon retiring to bed at night.

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