Morning Remembrance — Asbahna wa Asbahal-Mulku Lillah
Source: Sahih Muslim 2723
أَصْبَحْنَاوَأَصْبَحَالْمُلْكُلِلَّهِ،وَالْحَمْدُلِلَّهِ،لَاإِلَهَإِلَّااللَّهُوَحْدَهُلَاشَرِيكَلَهُ،لَهُالْمُلْكُوَلَهُالْحَمْدُوَهُوَعَلَىكُلِّشَيْءٍقَدِيرٌ
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Transliteration
Asbahna wa asbahal-mulku lillah, wal-hamdu lillah, la ilaha illallahu wahdahu la sharika lah, lahul-mulku wa lahul-hamdu wa huwa ala kulli shay'in qadir
Translation
We have reached the morning and at this very time the whole kingdom belongs to Allah. Praise is for Allah. None has the right to be worshipped except Allah, alone, without partner; to Him belongs the kingdom and all praise, and He is over all things omnipotent.
Context
This profound supplication, narrated in Sahih Muslim, serves as a comprehensive morning remembrance, initiating the day with a declaration of Allah's absolute sovereignty. It acknowledges that all dominion and praise belong exclusively to Him, emphasizing His oneness and omnipotence as the sole Creator and Sustainer of existence. By commencing the day with such an affirmation, a believer aligns their consciousness with the fundamental tenets of Tawhid.
Benefit
Reciting this dua instills a deep sense of gratitude and submission, reinforcing a Muslim's reliance on Allah for all affairs and fostering a state of mindful devotion throughout the day. It helps to purify intentions and set a righteous tone for daily activities.
When to Recite
This dua is recited in the morning, typically after Fajr prayer until sunrise.