Dua Before Sleeping

The Prophet (peace be upon him) taught specific duas and adhkar to recite before sleeping. These protect the believer through the night and bring blessings.

Bismillah and the Three Quls Before sleeping, recite Surah Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq, and An-Nas, then blow into your hands and wipe over your body. The Prophet (peace be upon him) did this three times when he was ill. These surahs seek refuge in Allah from all harm.

Dua Before Sleep

"In Your name, O Allah, I die and I live." This acknowledges that sleep is a form of minor death and that Allah alone gives life.

Dua for Protection

"O Allah, protect me from Your punishment on the day You resurrect Your servants." We seek protection for the soul while it is vulnerable in sleep.

Ayatul Kursi Reciting Ayatul Kursi before sleep ensures that a guardian is appointed over you—no devil will come near you until morning. The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: "When you go to your bed, recite Ayatul Kursi."

Last Words The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: "Whoever says 'Subhanallah' 33 times, 'Alhamdulillah' 33 times, and 'Allahu Akbar' 34 times before sleeping—that is 100—nothing will harm him."