Morning Dua (Bika Asbahna)
To begin the day with remembrance of Allah
Arabic
اللَّهُمَّ بِكَ أَصْبَحْنَا وَبِكَ أَمْسَيْنَا وَبِكَ نَحْيَا وَبِكَ نَمُوتُ وَإِلَيْكَ النُّشُورُ
Transliteration
Allahumma bika asbahna, wa bika amsayna, wa bika nahya, wa bika namutu, wa ilaykan-nushur.
Meaning
O Allah, by You we enter the morning and by You we enter the evening. By You we live and by You we die, and to You is the resurrection.
Reference
Sunan al-Tirmidhi
When to recite
Every morning after Fajr • Once
Virtue
Renews tawhid and trust in Allah at the start of every day.
Sources & review
Sunan al-Tirmidhi
Prophetic dua • Narrated by Abu Hurairah • Grade: Hasan • Learn personal details from a qualified teacher; minor school differences exist.
Educational content — not a fatwa. See methodology and disclaimer.
Reviewed • 2026-01-01Our methodology
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When should I recite Morning Dua (Bika Asbahna)?
Every morning after Fajr. Recite it once.
What is the virtue of Morning Dua (Bika Asbahna)?
Renews tawhid and trust in Allah at the start of every day.
Where is Morning Dua (Bika Asbahna) from?
Source: Sunan al-Tirmidhi (narrated by Abu Hurairah). Grade: Hasan. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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