Dua Upon Waking
The Dua Upon Waking is an authentic Islamic supplication recited during Generalrites to seek Allah's mercy, guidance, and spiritual acceptance.
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Arabic
جاگنے پرالْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَحْيَانَا بَعْدَ مَا أَمَاتَنَا وَإِلَيْهِ النُّشُورُ
Transliteration
Alḥamdu lillāhil-ladhī aḥyānā baʿda mā amātanā wa ilayhīn-nushūr.
Translation
“All praise is for Allah who gave us life after causing us to die, and to Him is the resurrection.”
Urdu Translation
تمام تعریف اللہ کے لیے جس نے ہمیں موت دینے کے بعد زندگی دی، اور اسی کی طرف اٹھایا جائے گا۔
When to recite
Sahih Bukhari 6312
Context & Practical Advice
Frequently asked questions
When should you recite the Dua Upon Waking?
Pilgrims recite this dua during their General journey, particularly when engaging in the corresponding rites of Hajj or Umrah according to the Sunnah of the Prophet ﷺ.
What is the spiritual benefit and source of this supplication?
This supplication is recorded in authentic Islamic tradition (Sahih Bukhari 6312) to seek Allah's guidance, forgiveness, and blessings throughout the pilgrimage.
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