Hisn Al-Muslim bedtime adhkar include a collection of Quranic verses, supplications, and remembrances reported from the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Muslims can recite them when preparing to sleep as part of the nightly remembrance of Allah.
These bedtime adhkar combine Quran recitation, dua, glorification, praise, and takbir, allowing Muslims to end their day by remembering Allah and seeking His protection.
Ayat Al-Kursi Before Sleep
One of the well-known bedtime adhkar is Ayat Al-Kursi, which begins with:
“Allah—there is no deity except Him, the Ever-Living, the Sustainer of all.”
Ayat Al-Kursi is recited once before going to sleep.
Surah Al-Ikhlas and the Two Protective Surahs
Another recommended bedtime practice is reciting Surah Al-Ikhlas, Surah Al-Falaq, and Surah An-Nas three times.
The worshipper brings the palms together, lightly blows into them, recites the three surahs, and wipes over as much of the body as possible, beginning with the head and face and then the front part of the body. This is repeated three times.
The Final Verses of Surah Al-Baqarah
The final two verses of Surah Al-Baqarah, verses 285 and 286, are also among the Quranic passages recited before sleep.
They begin with:
“The Messenger has believed in what was revealed to him from his Lord...”
These two verses are part of the bedtime remembrance mentioned in prophetic traditions.
Dua When Lying Down
Among the supplications reported for bedtime is:
“In Your name, my Lord, I lay down my side, and in Your name I rise. If You take my soul, have mercy upon it; and if You release it, protect it with that which You protect Your righteous servants.”
This dua is said when lying down on the bed in preparation for sleep.
Dua for Entrusting the Soul
Another bedtime supplication begins:
“O Allah, You created my soul and You take it. To You belong its death and its life. If You keep it alive, protect it; and if You cause it to die, forgive it. O Allah, I ask You for well-being.”
The supplication expresses reliance upon Allah and asks Him for protection, forgiveness, and well-being.
Dua for Protection from Punishment
The following supplication is also among the bedtime remembrances:
“O Allah, protect me from Your punishment on the Day You resurrect Your servants.”
It is said three times before sleeping.
Tasbih, Tahmid, and Takbir
Another form of remembrance before sleep is glorifying and praising Allah and declaring His greatness:
- Subhan Allah: 33 times.
- Alhamdulillah: 33 times.
- Allahu Akbar: 34 times.
Together, these make 100 acts of remembrance.
The Comprehensive Dua Before Sleep
Among the bedtime supplications is the dua that begins:
“O Allah, Lord of the seven heavens, Lord of the earth, and Lord of the Mighty Throne...”
The supplication includes turning to Allah, relying upon Him, and asking Him to settle debts and provide relief from poverty.
Dua of Submission and Reliance
Another bedtime remembrance begins:
“O Allah, I submit myself to You, entrust my affairs to You, turn my face toward You, and entrust my back to You...”
This dua carries meanings of submission to Allah, reliance upon Him, and entrusting all affairs to Him.
A Short Remembrance Before Sleep
One of the concise supplications that can be said before sleeping is:
“In Your name, O Allah, I die and I live.”
It is among the prophetic supplications associated with going to sleep.
What are the main Hisn Al-Muslim bedtime adhkar?
They include Ayat Al-Kursi, Surah Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq and An-Nas, the final verses of Al-Baqarah, bedtime duas, and Tasbih, Tahmid, and Takbir.
How many times should Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq, and An-Nas be recited?
The three surahs are recited three times before sleep, followed by wiping over the body.
How many times are Subhan Allah, Alhamdulillah, and Allahu Akbar recited?
Subhan Allah is recited 33 times, Alhamdulillah 33 times, and Allahu Akbar 34 times.
What is a short dua to say before sleeping?
One of the short supplications is: “In Your name, O Allah, I die and I live.”
Is Ayat Al-Kursi part of the bedtime adhkar?
Yes. Ayat Al-Kursi is among the Quranic verses traditionally recited before sleep.
