Dua When Turning in the Night
Glorifying the One Almighty when restless at night
Also searched as: raat ko karwat dua • night restlessness dua • turning sleep dua
Arabic
لَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا اللَّهُ الْوَاحِدُ الْقَهَّارُ، رَبُّ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضِ وَمَا بَيْنَهُمَا، الْعَزِيزُ الْغَفَّارُ
Transliteration
La ilaha illallahul-Wahidul-Qahhar, Rabbus-samawati wal-ardi wa ma baynahuma, al-Azizul-Ghaffar.
Meaning
None is worthy of worship but Allah, the One, the Irresistible — Lord of heavens, earth and between them, the Mighty, the Forgiving.
Reference
Musnad Ahmad and al-Hakim
When to recite
Tossing/turning at night • Once
Virtue
Whoever says it turning at night and then asks is answered; wudu and prayer after it are accepted.
Sources & review
Musnad Ahmad and al-Hakim
Prophetic dua • Narrated by Aishah • 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 Dua When Turning in the Night?
Tossing/turning at night. Recite it once.
What is the virtue of Dua When Turning in the Night?
Whoever says it turning at night and then asks is answered; wudu and prayer after it are accepted.
Where is Dua When Turning in the Night from?
Source: Musnad Ahmad and al-Hakim (narrated by Aishah). Grade: Hasan. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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