132. Sleeping Dua
Sleeping Dua in Arabic
اَلْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَطْعَمَنَا وَسَقَانَا وَكَفَانَا وَآوَانَا، فَكَمْ مِمَّنْ لَا كَافِيَ لَهُ وَلَا مُؤْوِيَ
Sleeping Dua English Transliteration
Alhamdu lillaahil-ladhee 'at'amanaa wa saqaanaa, wa kafaanaa, wa 'aawaanaa, fakam mimman laa kaafiya lahu wa laa mu'wiya
Sleeping Dua English 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.
Anas (RA) said, Rasulullah (ﷺ) used to say this dua when he was lying in bed.
Hadith about the Dua
Arabic Text
حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو بَكْرِ بْنُ أَبِي شَيْبَةَ، حَدَّثَنَا يَزِيدُ بْنُ هَارُونَ، عَنْ حَمَّادِ بْنِ سَلَمَةَ، عَنْ ثَابِتٍ، عَنْ أَنَسٍ، أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم كَانَ إِذَا أَوَى إِلَى فِرَاشِهِ قَالَ " الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَطْعَمَنَا وَسَقَانَا وَكَفَانَا وَآوَانَا فَكَمْ مِمَّنْ لاَ كَافِيَ لَهُ وَلاَ مُئْوِيَ " .
Anas reported Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) as saying: When you go to bed, say: " Praise is due to Allah Who fed us, provided us drink, sufficed us and provided us with shelter, for many a people there is none to suffice and none to provide shelter." Sahih Muslim 2715 [Muslim 4/2085 no. 2715]
Benefits of Sleeping Dua
This sleeping dua reminds us to thank Allah for food, water, shelter, and His care, filling our hearts with Alhamdulillah before sleep and teaching us to trust Allah’s mercy every night.
- 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.
- Saying Alhamdulillah for everything brings night barakah and peace to the heart.
- This masnoon dua helps Muslims remember Allah’s blessings before sleeping.
- Reciting the sleeping dua teaches gratitude and trust in Allah’s care every night.
- It is a way to thank Allah for food, drink, and shelter, which many people do not have.
When to Recite Sleeping Dua
This sleeping dua is best recited before going to bed to thank Allah for His blessings and mercy.
- Before going to bed, remember to recite the sleeping dua and say Alhamdulillah for everything.
- After your last meal at night, whisper this dua for sleep and thank Allahu Akbar for His blessings.
- When feeling safe in your home, use the night dua and praise be to Allah for shelter and care.
- If you wake up in the night, quietly say Alhamdulillah rabbil alamin and repeat the prayer before sleeping.
- While teaching children about Islamic prayers, help them learn this dua before sleeping and say Syukur Alhamdulillah.
How to Perform Sleeping Dua
This sleeping dua is a beautiful way to thank Allah for His care and blessings before going to bed. Reciting it helps you remember Allah’s mercy and feel safe as you rest for the night.
- Make wudu if possible, then sit on your bed and say the sleeping dua with Iman.
- Recite All praise is due to Allah and thank Him for food, drink, and shelter.
- Say Alhamdulillah for everything you have, and trust Allah will protect you at night.
- Repeat this dua before sleeping to keep your heart full of shukr and get Barakah.
- After finishing the prayer before sleeping, close your eyes and sleep with peace.
Summary
The sleeping dua reminds us to say Alhamdulillah for everything Allah gives, like food, water, and a safe place to rest. This night dua is a masnoon dua that teaches us to thank Allah before going to bed, knowing many people do not have these blessings. It is a simple way to show shukr and Iman every night.
By reading this dua before sleeping, a Muslim remembers Allah’s kindness and feels Barakah in life. This dua for sleep helps the heart stay soft and grateful, making us value what we have. It is a good amal to say this prayer before sleeping and thank Allah for His care.