Several supplications and forms of remembrance have been reported from the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ for Muslims to recite after waking from sleep.

These remembrances include praising Allah for the blessing of life and health, remembering Him, and making supplication after waking during the night.

They provide a meaningful way for a Muslim to begin the day by remembering Allah and recognizing His blessings.

“Praise Be to Allah Who Gave Us Life”

One of the well-known remembrances upon waking is:

“Praise be to Allah who gave us life after causing us to die, and to Him is the resurrection.”

This remembrance reminds the believer of the blessing of life after sleep and of the ultimate return to Allah.

It is a simple expression of gratitude that can be said immediately after waking.

“Praise Be to Allah Who Restored My Health”

Another reported remembrance is:

“Praise be to Allah who restored health to my body, returned my soul to me, and allowed me to remember Him.”

This supplication combines gratitude for physical well-being with gratitude for the return of the soul and the ability to remember Allah.

It reminds the believer that health, life, and the ability to worship are blessings worthy of gratitude.

Dhikr for Someone Who Wakes During the Night

For a person who wakes during the night, the following remembrance has been reported:

“There is no god but Allah alone, without partner. To Him belongs the dominion and all praise, and He is capable of all things. Glory be to Allah, praise be to Allah, there is no god but Allah, Allah is the Greatest, and there is no power or strength except through Allah, the Most High, the Most Great. My Lord, forgive me.”

The reported narration states that whoever says this remembrance and then supplicates will have their supplication answered, and if they perform ablution and pray, their prayer will be accepted.

This remembrance brings together monotheism, glorification, praise, declaration of Allah's greatness, and seeking forgiveness.

The Difference Between Waking-Up Dhikr and Morning Dhikr

Waking-up dhikr refers to the remembrances reported for the moment of waking from sleep, whether the person wakes at the beginning of the day or during the night, depending on the specific remembrance.

Morning adhkar, on the other hand, are a broader collection of supplications and remembrances intended for the morning period.

A Muslim may observe both, while maintaining the authentic wording and avoiding assigning a particular remembrance to a specific time without evidence.

Why Is Waking-Up Dhikr Important?

Remembering the Blessing of Life

When a Muslim wakes up, they can remember that Allah has granted them another opportunity to live, worship, and do good deeds.

Beginning the Day With Remembrance

Starting the day with dhikr allows the believer to remember Allah before becoming occupied with the responsibilities of daily life.

Combining Praise and Supplication

The reported waking-up remembrances contain meanings of gratitude, monotheism, glorification, praise, seeking forgiveness, and supplication.

These meanings strengthen the believer's awareness of Allah's blessings.

What Should You Say After Waking Up?

A Muslim can say:

“Praise be to Allah who gave us life after causing us to die, and to Him is the resurrection.”

Another reported remembrance is:

“Praise be to Allah who restored health to my body, returned my soul to me, and allowed me to remember Him.”

If someone wakes during the night, they may say the reported remembrance beginning with:

“There is no god but Allah alone, without partner...”

They may then make supplication.

Can Sayyid al-Istighfar Be Said After Waking Up?

Sayyid al-Istighfar is a highly virtuous and established supplication, and it is reported among the morning and evening remembrances.

However, it is not specifically established as a remembrance exclusively prescribed for waking from sleep.

A Muslim may say it after waking, but should not believe that it has been specifically assigned to that moment without evidence.

When following the specific remembrances of waking, it is preferable to maintain the forms that have been authentically reported for that occasion.

Summary of Waking-Up Dhikr

The authentic remembrances associated with waking include praising Allah for the blessing of life, thanking Him for health, remembering Him, and supplicating after waking during the night.

Beginning the morning with praise and remembrance is a beautiful way to recognize Allah's blessings and welcome a new day as another opportunity for worship and righteous deeds.

What is a recommended dua when waking up?

One reported remembrance is: “Praise be to Allah who gave us life after causing us to die, and to Him is the resurrection.”

What should I say if I wake during the night?

A reported remembrance begins with: “There is no god but Allah alone, without partner...” followed by supplication.

Is Sayyid al-Istighfar a specific waking-up dhikr?

It is an established morning and evening supplication, but it is not specifically prescribed as a waking-up remembrance.

Are there different remembrances for morning and nighttime waking?

There are reported remembrances for waking generally, as well as a specific remembrance reported for someone who wakes during the night.

Why do Muslims praise Allah after waking?

To express gratitude for the blessing of life and health and to begin the new day with remembrance of Allah.