Duas to Recite Before Sleeping
In Islam, it is highly encouraged to remember Allah before sleeping through various supplications (duas). These duas help one seek protection, express gratitude, and ask for Allah’s mercy. Below are the authentic duas to be recited before sleeping, each having its unique significance:
Before Sleeping – Dua 1
Arabic Text:
بِاسْمِكَ رَبِّي وَضَعْتُ جَنْبِي، وَبِكَ أَرْفَعُهُ، فَإِنْ أَمْسَكْتَ نَفْسِي فَارْحَمْهَا، وَإِنْ أَرْسَلْتَهَا فَاحْفَظْهَا، بِمَا تَحْفَظُ بِهِ عِبَادَكَ الصَّالِحِينَ.
Transliteration:
Bismika rabbee wadaAAtu janbee wabika arfaAAuh, fa-in amsakta nafsee farhamha, wa-in arsaltaha fahfathha bima tahfathu bihi AAibadakas-saliheen
Translation:
In Your name my Lord, I lie down, and in Your name, I rise, so if You should take my soul, then have mercy upon it, and if You should return my soul, then protect it in the manner You do so with Your righteous servants.
(Al-Bukhari 11:126)
Before Sleeping – Dua 2
Arabic Text:
اللَّهمَّ إِنَّكَ خَلَقْتَ نَفْسِي وَأَنْتَ تَوَفَّاهَا لَكَ مَمَاتُهَا وَمَحْيَاهَا، إِنْ أَحْيَيْتَهَا فَاحْفَظْهَا، وَإِنْ أَمَتَّهَا فَاغْفِرْ لَهَا. اللَّهمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ العَافِيَةَ.
Transliteration:
Allahumma innaka khalaqta nafsee wa-anta tawaffaha, laka mamatuha wamahyaha in ahyaytaha fahfathha, wa-in amattaha faghfir laha. Allahumma innee as-alukal-AAafiyah.
Translation:
O Allah, verily You have created my soul, and You shall take its life. To You belongs its life and death. If You should keep my soul alive, then protect it, and if You should take its life, then forgive it. O Allah, I ask You to grant me good health.
(Muslim 4:2083)
Before Sleeping – Dua 3
Arabic Text:
اللَّهُمَّ قِنِي عَذَابَكَ يَوْمَ تَبْعَثُ عِبَادَكَ.
Transliteration:
Allahumma qinee AAathabaka yawma tabAAathu AAibadak.
Translation:
O Allah, protect me from Your punishment on the day Your servants are resurrected.
(Abu Dawud 4:311)
Before Sleeping – Dua 4
Arabic Text:
بِاسْـمِكَ اللَّهُمَّ أَمُوتُ وَأَحْيَا.
Transliteration:
Bismikal-lahumma amootu wa-ahya.
Translation:
In Your name, O Allah, I live and die.
(Al-Bukhari 11:113, Muslim 4:2083)
Before Sleeping – Dua 5
Arabic Text:
اَلْحَمْدُ للهِ الَّذِي أَطْعَمَنَا وَسَقَانَا، وَكَفَانَا، وَآوَانَا، فَكَمْ مِمَّنْ لا كَافِيَ لَه ُُ وَلا مُؤْوِي.
Transliteration:
Alhamdu lillahil-lathee atAAamana wasaqana, wakafana, wa-awana, fakam mimman la kafiya lahu wala mu/wee.
Translation:
All praise is for Allah, Who fed us and gave us drink, and Who is sufficient for us and has sheltered us, for how many have none to suffice them or shelter them.
(Muslim 4:2083)
Before Sleeping – Dua 6
Arabic Text:
اللَّهمَّ عَالِمَ الغَيْبِ وَالشَّهَادَةِ فَاطِرَ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالأَرْضِ رَبَّ كُلِّ شَيء ٍ وَمَلِيْكَهُ، أَشْهَدُ أَنْ لا إِلَهََ إِلاَّ أَنْتَ، أَعُوْذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ نَفْسِي، وَمِنْ شَرِّ الشَّيْطَانِ وَشِرْكِهِ، وَأَنْ أَقْتَرِفَ عَلَى نَفْسِي سُوْءاً أَوْ أَجُرَّهُ~ُ إِلَى مُسْلِم.
Transliteration:
Allahumma AAalimal-ghaybi washshahadah, fatiras-samawati wal-ard, rabba kulli shayin wamaleekah, ashhadu an la ilaha illa ant, aAAoothu bika min sharri nafsee wamin sharrish-shaytani washirkih, wa-an aqtarifa AAala nafsee soo-an aw ajurrahu ila muslim.
Translation:
O Allah, Knower of the seen and the unseen, Creator of the heavens and the earth, Lord and Sovereign of all things. I bear witness that none has the right to be worshipped except You. I seek refuge in You from the evil of my soul and from the evil and shirk of the devil, and from committing wrong against my soul or bringing such upon another Muslim.
(Abu Dawud 4:317)
Before Sleeping – Dua 7
Arabic Text:
اللَّهُمَّ أَسْلَمْتُ نَفْسِي إِلَيْكَ، وَفَوَّضْتُ أَمْرِي إِلَيْكَ، وَوَجَّهْتُ وَجْهِي إِلَيْكَ، وَأَلْجَأْتُ ظَهْرِي إِلَيْكَ، رَغْبَةً وَرَهْبَةً إِلَيْكَ، لَا مَلْجَأَ وَلّا مَنْجَا مِنْكَ إِلَّا إِلَيْكَ، آمَنْتُ بِكِتَابِكَ وَبِنَبِيِّكَ الَّذِي أَرْسَلْتَ.
Transliteration:
Allahumma aslamtu nafsee ilayk, wafawwadtu amree ilayk, wawajjahtu wajhee ilayk, wa-alja/tu thahree ilayk, raghbatan warahbatan ilayk, la maljaa wala manja minka illa ilayk, amantu bikitabikal-lathee anzalt, wabinabiyyikal-lathee arsalt.
Translation:
O Allah, I submit my soul unto You, and I entrust my affair unto You. I turn my face towards You, and I rely on You, in hope and fear of You. Verily there is no refuge or safe haven from You except with You. I believe in Your Book, which You have revealed, and in Your Prophet whom You have sent.
(Al-Bukhari 11:113, Muslim 4:2081)
Before Sleeping – Dua 8
Arabic Text:
اللهُ لَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا هُوَ الْحَيُّ الْقَيُّومُ لَا تَأْخُذُهُ سِنَةٌ وَلَا نَوْمٌ لَهُ مَا فِي السَّمَاوَاتِ وَمَا فِي الْأَرْضِ مَنْ ذَا الَّذِي يَشْفَعُ عِنْدَهُ إِلَّا بِإِذْنِهِ يَعْلَمُ مَا بَيْنَ أَيْدِيهِمْ وَمَا خَلْفَهُمْ وَلَا يُحِيطُونَ بِشَيْءٍ مِنْ عِلْمِهِ إِلَّا بِمَا شَاءَ وَسِعَ كُرْسِيُّهُ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضَ وَلَا يَئُودُهُ حِفْظُهُمَا وَهُوَ الْعَلِيُّ الْعَظِيمُ.
Transliteration:
*Allaahu laa ‘ilaaha ‘illaa Huwal-Hayyul-Qayyoom, laa ta’khuthuhu sinatun wa laa nawm, lahu maa fis-samaawaati wa maafil-‘ardh, man thal-lathee yashfa’u ‘
The Importance of Reciting Duas Before Sleeping in Islam
In Islam, reciting duas before sleeping is a powerful practice that connects a believer to Allah before they rest. These supplications serve as a means of seeking protection, forgiveness, and guidance, while also expressing gratitude for the blessings of the day. By incorporating the dua before sleeping into daily life, Muslims demonstrate mindfulness and reliance on Allah’s mercy.
Why Reciting the Dua Before Sleeping Matters
The dua before sleeping is a reminder of our dependence on Allah for everything, including our rest and the protection of our soul. By reciting these supplications, Muslims acknowledge that Allah controls life and death and turn to Him in both gratitude and hope.
Benefits of Reciting the Dua Before Sleeping
- Spiritual Protection: Many of the duas before sleeping ask Allah for protection from the trials of the Hereafter, the punishment of the grave, and the whispers of Satan. This ensures a peaceful night’s rest, both physically and spiritually.
- Gratitude and Humility: Through the dua before sleeping, Muslims thank Allah for His provision, sustenance, and shelter, acknowledging His care and mercy throughout the day.
- Mindfulness of Death: Since sleep is often likened to a temporary death in Islam, the dua before sleeping helps believers reflect on their mortality and prepare for the eventual return to Allah.
- Strengthened Connection with Allah: By reciting these duas before sleeping, Muslims strengthen their relationship with their Creator, ensuring that even their moments of rest are filled with remembrance of Him.
How to Incorporate the Dua Before Sleeping Into Your Routine
Making it a habit to recite the dua before sleeping is a simple but effective way to maintain spiritual mindfulness. You can recite these duas before sleeping right before lying down or as you settle into bed. Over time, this practice can become second nature, ensuring that your last thoughts each day are of Allah and His mercy.
Conclusion
Reciting the dua before sleeping is a beautiful way to end the day, reflecting on Allah’s blessings, seeking His protection, and expressing gratitude for His care. By making the dua before sleeping a part of your nightly routine, you not only gain spiritual benefits but also strengthen your faith and reliance on Allah in every moment of your life.
