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Dua Before Sleeping

بِاسْمِكَ اللَّهُمَّ أَمُوتُ وَأَحْيَا
Bismika Allahumma amutu wa-ahya.
"In Your Name, O Allah, I die and I live."
Sahih Al-Bukhari 6312

Spiritual Benefits

By invoking the name of Allah before sleep, a believer places their soul in His divine protection. It serves as a reminder of our mortality and complete dependence on our Creator.

When Should I Say This Dua?

Recite this immediately before falling asleep, while lying in bed.

Proper Etiquette (Sunnah)

It is highly recommended to perform Wudu (ablution), dust off your bed three times, and lie on your right side before reciting this dua.