Upon Waking — Alhamdulillah alladhi Ahyana
Source: Sahih al-Bukhari 6324
الْحَمْدُلِلَّهِالَّذِيأَحْيَانَابَعْدَمَاأَمَاتَنَاوَإِلَيْهِالنُّشُورُ
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Transliteration
Alhamdulillahi alladhi ahyana ba'da ma amatana wa ilayhi an-nushur
Translation
All praise is for Allah who gave us life after He caused us to die, and to Him is the resurrection.
Context
This profound supplication, narrated in Sahih al-Bukhari, is recited by a Muslim upon awakening from sleep. It serves as a powerful affirmation of Allah's absolute sovereignty over life and death, drawing a parallel between sleep and a temporary death. The recitation reminds the believer of the ultimate resurrection and their return to the Creator.
Benefit
Reciting this dua instills gratitude for renewed life and cultivates a constant awareness of the Day of Judgment, fostering a deeper connection with Allah and a mindful approach to existence.
When to Recite
It is recited immediately upon waking from sleep.