Dua Before Sleeping (With English Translation & Benefits)
Introduction
Reciting a dua before sleeping is a Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. It brings peace to the heart and places a person under the protection of Allah throughout the night. Every Muslim should make it a habit to recite authentic supplications before going to bed.
Dua Before Sleeping (Arabic)
اللَّهُمَّ بِاسْمِكَ أَمُوتُ وَأَحْيَا
English Translation
“O Allah, in Your name I die and I live.”
Benefits of This Dua
It places a person under Allah’s protection during the night
Brings peace and comfort to the heart
Protects from evil and harm
Helps follow the Sunnah of the Prophet ﷺ
Hadith Reference
Narrated by Hudhayfah (RA):
Whenever the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ went to bed, he would recite:
“اللَّهُمَّ بِاسْمِكَ أَمُوتُ وَأَحْيَا”
(Sahih al-Bukhari)
Sunnah Practices Before Sleeping
Along with this dua, it is recommended to:
Perform wudu (ablution) before sleeping
Recite Ayat al-Kursi
Recite Surah Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq, and An-Nas
Blow into your hands and wipe them over your body
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Can this dua be recited every night?
Yes, it is recommended to recite this dua every night before sleeping.
2. Can children be taught this dua?
Absolutely, teaching children daily duas from a young age is highly beneficial.
3. Can I recite this dua without wudu?
Yes, you can recite it without wudu, but sleeping in a state of wudu is الأفضل (more virtuous).
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