In Islam, beginning and ending the day with Duas (supplications) is highly recommended. These prayers not only bring peace of mind but also provide protection, guidance, and blessings throughout the day and night. Reciting Morning and Evening Duas daily strengthens our connection with Allah (SWT) and keeps us mindful of His presence.
In this post, we will share the most authentic Morning and Evening Duas along with their English and Urdu translations, so you can easily incorporate them into your daily routine.
Importance of Morning and Evening Duas
Duas serve as a shield for Muslims. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said:
“Whoever recites in the morning and evening: ‘Allahumma inni as’aluka khayral mawlaji wa khayral makhraji…’, Allah will protect him from every evil.”
Morning and Evening Duas help in:
- Protecting against harm and evil
- Seeking forgiveness for sins
- Increasing faith and reliance on Allah
- Bringing peace and contentment to the heart
Morning Duas (Duas to Recite in the Morning)
1. Dua for Protection in the Morning
Arabic:
اللّٰهُمَّ أَنْتَ رَبِّـي لا إِلٰهَ إِلَّا أَنْتَ خَلَقْتَنِي وَأَنَا عَبْدُكَ وَأَنَا عَلٰى عَهْدِكَ وَوَعْدِكَ مَا اسْتَطَعْتُ أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِن شَرِّ مَا صَنَعْتُ أَبُوءُ لَكَ بِنِعْمَتِكَ عَلَيَّ وَأَبُوءُ بِذَنْبِي فَاغْفِرْ لِي فَإِنَّهُ لَا يَغْفِرُ الذُّنُوبَ إِلَّا أَنْتَ
English Meaning:
O Allah! You are my Lord, none has the right to be worshiped but You. You created me and I am Your servant. I am upon Your covenant as much as I am able. I seek refuge in You from the evil of what I have done. I acknowledge Your blessings upon me and I acknowledge my sins. So forgive me, for none can forgive sins except You.
Urdu Meaning:
اے اللہ! آپ میرے رب ہیں، آپ کے سوا کوئی عبادت کے لائق نہیں۔ آپ نے مجھے پیدا کیا اور میں آپ کا بندہ ہوں۔ میں اپنی طاقت کے مطابق آپ کے عہد پر قائم ہوں۔ میں اپنے کیے ہوئے اعمال کے شر سے پناہ مانگتا ہوں۔ میں آپ کے انعامات کا اقرار کرتا ہوں اور اپنے گناہوں کا اقرار کرتا ہوں، پس مجھے معاف فرمائیں کیونکہ گناہوں کو معاف کرنے والا صرف آپ ہیں۔
2. Dua for Guidance and Success
Arabic:
رَبِّ أَنْتَ خَلَقْتَنِي وَأَنَا عَبْدُكَ وَأَنَا عَلَى عَهْدِكَ وَوَعْدِكَ مَا اسْتَطَعْتُ، أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِن شَرِّ مَا صَنَعْتُ
English Meaning:
O my Lord, You created me and I am Your servant. I strive to fulfill Your covenant. I seek Your protection from the evil of my own deeds.
Urdu Meaning:
اے میرے رب! آپ نے مجھے پیدا کیا اور میں آپ کا بندہ ہوں۔ میں آپ کے عہد کو پورا کرنے کی کوشش کرتا ہوں۔ میں اپنے اعمال کی برائی سے آپ کی پناہ مانگتا ہوں۔
3. Dua to Start the Day
Arabic:
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَصْبَحْتُ أُشْهِدُكَ وَأُشْهِدُ حَمَلَةَ عَرْشِكَ وَمَلَائِكَتَكَ أَنَّكَ أَنْتَ اللَّهُ لا إِلَهَ إِلَّا أَنْتَ وَحْدَكَ لا شَرِيكَ لَكَ وَأَنَّ مُحَمَّدًا عَبْدُكَ وَرَسُولُكَ
English Meaning:
O Allah! I have entered the morning, testifying to You and to Your angels that You are Allah, none has the right to be worshiped but You, and Muhammad (PBUH) is Your servant and messenger.
Urdu Meaning:
اے اللہ! میں صبح میں داخل ہوا اور آپ کے سامنے اور آپ کے فرشتوں کے سامنے گواہی دیتا ہوں کہ آپ ہی اللہ ہیں، آپ کے سوا کوئی عبادت کے لائق نہیں اور محمد صلی اللہ علیہ وسلم آپ کے بندے اور رسول ہیں۔
Evening Duas (Duas to Recite in the Evening)
1. Dua for Protection at Night
Arabic:
بِاسْمِكَ رَبِّي وَضَعْتُ جَنْبِي وَبِكَ أَرْفَعُهُ، فَإِنْ أَمْسَكْتَ نَفْسِي فَاغْفِرْ لَهَا، وَإِنْ أَرْسَلْتَهَا فَاحْفَظْهَا بِمَا تَحْفَظُ بِهِ عِبَادَكَ الصَّالِحِينَ
English Meaning:
In Your name, my Lord, I lie down and in Your name, I rise. If You take my soul, forgive it; and if You return it, protect it in the way You protect Your righteous servants.
Urdu Meaning:
اے میرے رب! میں آپ کے نام سے لیٹتا ہوں اور آپ کے نام سے اٹھتا ہوں۔ اگر آپ میری جان قبضہ کریں تو اسے معاف فرمائیں، اور اگر آپ اسے واپس بھیجیں تو اسے ویسے ہی محفوظ رکھیں جیسے آپ اپنے نیک بندوں کو محفوظ رکھتے ہیں۔
2. Dua for Forgiveness Before Sleep
Arabic:
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْلَمْتُ نَفْسِي إِلَيْكَ وَوَجَّهْتُ وَجْهِي إِلَيْكَ وَفَوَّضْتُ أَمْرِي إِلَيْكَ وَأَلْجَأْتُ ظَهْرِي إِلَيْكَ رَغْبَةً وَرَهْبَةً إِلَيْكَ، لَا مَلْجَأَ وَلَا مَنْجَا مِنْكَ إِلَّا إِلَيْكَ
English Meaning:
O Allah! I submit my soul to You, turn my face to You, entrust my affairs to You, and rely on You with hope and fear. There is no refuge and no escape from You except in You.
Urdu Meaning:
اے اللہ! میں اپنی جان آپ کے سپرد کرتا ہوں، اپنا چہرہ آپ کی طرف موڑتا ہوں، اپنے امور آپ کے سپرد کرتا ہوں اور امید اور خوف کے ساتھ آپ پر بھروسہ کرتا ہوں۔ آپ کے سوا کوئی پناہ اور کوئی بچاؤ نہیں۔
3. Dua for Peaceful Sleep
Arabic:
اللَّهُمَّ بِاسْمِكَ أَمُوتُ وَأَحْيَا
English Meaning:
O Allah! In Your name I die and I live.
Urdu Meaning:
اے اللہ! میں آپ کے نام سے مرتا ہوں اور آپ کے نام سے زندہ رہتا ہوں۔
Tips for Reciting Morning and Evening Duas
Reciting morning and evening Duas is a simple yet profound way to start and end your day with remembrance of Allah. Begin by setting a peaceful environment, free from distractions, and focus your heart and mind on the words. You can memorize a few short Duas at a time and repeat them daily; consistency is more important than quantity. Even if you are busy, reciting a small Dua in the morning and evening brings immense spiritual benefit.
Understanding the meaning of each Dua enhances concentration and devotion. Take a moment to reflect on the words, such as seeking protection, guidance, and blessings for the day ahead or gratitude for the day passed. When you comprehend the meaning, your recitation becomes more heartfelt, connecting your soul with Allah rather than just moving your lips.
To make it a habit, link your Duas with daily routines, like after Fajr or Maghrib prayers, before leaving home, or before sleeping. You can also write the Duas in a notebook or phone reminder to practice them regularly. Gradually, this practice strengthens mindfulness, fills your day with positivity, and keeps you spiritually protected and guided throughout your daily life.
If you want, I can also make a very short, easy-to-memorize version for beginners that fits into daily life in less than 5 minutes. Do you want me to do that?
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q1: How many times should Morning and Evening Duas be recited?
A: Recite each Dua once, but you may repeat multiple times for protection and blessings.
Q2: Can children recite these Duas?
A: Yes, teaching children early helps them develop a lifelong habit of Dhikr.
Q3: Do these Duas need to be recited in Arabic?
A: Reciting in Arabic is recommended, but understanding the meaning in English or Urdu is also important.
Q4: Are these Duas authentic?
A: Yes, these Duas are from authentic Hadith sources.
Q5: Can I recite these Duas anytime?
A: Morning Duas should be recited after Fajr, and Evening Duas after Asr or before sleeping.
Conclusion
Reciting Morning and Evening Duas is not just a ritual but a spiritual shield that brings safety, forgiveness, and blessings. Incorporate these Duas into your daily life, and you will feel peace, protection, and closeness to Allah.
Start today and transform your mornings and evenings with these powerful supplications.
