Bismika Rabbi Wadatu Janbi is one of the most popular supplications in the Muslim community. It is mainly recited before sleeping to protect one from evil. This dua is the best dua for sleeping and was practiced and preached by the Holy Prophet (PBUH).
This blog will discuss the meaning and virtues of reciting ‘Bismika Rabbi Wadatu Janbi’ as a dua for protection during sleep. Its benefits and Hadiths mentioning this supplication.
Bismika Rabbi Wadatu Janbi in Arabic
بِاسْمِكَ رَبِّ وَضَعْتُ جَنْبِي وَبِكَ أَرْفَعُهُ، إِنْ أَمْسَكْتَ نَفْسِي فَاغْفِرْ لَهَا، وَإِنْ أَرْسَلْتَهَا فَاحْفَظْهَا بِمَا تَحْفَظُ بِهِ عِبَادَكَ الصَّالِحِينَ
Bismika Rabbi Wadatu Janbi in English transliteration
Here is the English translation of Bismika Rabbi Wadatu Janbi for those who don’t know Arabic.
Bismika rabbi waḍa‘tu janbī wa bika arfa‘uhu, in amsakta nafsī faghfir lahā, wa in arsaltahā faḥfaẓhā bimā taḥfaẓu bihi ‘ibādakaṣ-ṣāliḥīn.
Bismika Rabbi Wadatu Janbi in English translation
Here is the English translation of Bismika Rabbi Wadatu Janbi for a better understanding.
In Your name, my Lord, I lay down my side, and with Your help, I raise it up. If You take my soul, then forgive it, and if You send it back, then protect it as You protect Your righteous servants.
Bismika Rabbi Wadatu Janbi meaning
The meaning and definition of Bismika Rabbi Wadatu are explicitly defined in its translation. This supplication is recited to invoke Allah’s blessings as you lie down on your bed to sleep.
You are asking Allah to help you wake up the next day after you sleep. And if you die during sleep, may he (Allah) forgive your sins and bless your soul. You can also recite the dua for forgiveness and the dua for evil eye protection.
Bismika Rabbi Wadatu Janbi in Hadith
Bismika Rabbi Wadatu Janbi was recited by the Holy Prophet (PBUH) before going to sleep. This supplication has appeared in several Hadiths, some of which are listed below.
Hadith: Narrated Abu Huraira: The Prophet (PBUH) said, “When anyone of you goes to bed, he should dust it off thrice with the edge of his garment, and say: Bismika Rabbi Wada`tu janbi, wa bika arfa’hu. In amsakta nafsi faghfir laha, wa in arsaltaha fahfazha bima tahfaz bihi ‘ibadaka-s-salihin.” —Sahih al-Bukhari 7393, Sahih al-Bukhari 6320
Hadith: It was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) said: “When anyone of you wants to go to bed, let him undo the edge of his Izar (waist wrap) and dust of his bed with it, for he does not know what came to it after him. Then let him lie down on his right side and say: ‘Rabbi bika wada’tu janbi wa bika arfa’uhu, fa in amsakta nafsi farhamha, wa in arsaltaha fahfazha bima hafizta bihi ‘ibadikaas-salihin (O Lord, by Your leave I lie down and by Your leave I rise, so if You should take my soul then have mercy on it, and if You should return my soul then protect it as You protect Your righteous slaves).” —Sunan Ibn Majah 3874
Explanation: It is clearly mentioned in this Hadith that the Holy Prophet (PBUH) advised Muslims to dust off their bed before going to sleep. He (PBUH) advised using waist wrap to do that and then reciting ‘Bismika Rabbi Wadatu Janbi’ after lying down.
Does the Prophet (PBUH) recite this dua while going to bed?
There are numerous Hadiths mention that the Holy Propeht (PBUH) recited ‘Bismika Rabbi Wadatu Janbi’ before sleeping and after lying on the bed.
Hadith: Narrated Hudhaifa: When the Prophet (PBUH) went to bed, he would say: “Bismika amutu wa ahya.” and when he got up he would say:” Al-hamdu li l-lahil-ladhi ahyana ba’da ma amatana wa ilaihin-nushur.” —Sahih al-Bukhari 6312, Sahih al-Bukhari 6325, Sahih al-Bukhari 7394, Sahih al-Bukhari 7395
What are the benefits of reciting Bismika Rabbi Wadatu Janbi before sleeping?
Reciting Bismika Rabbi Wadatu Janbi before sleep offers several spiritual and practical benefits for a peaceful and blessed night’s rest. Here are some key benefits:
- Seeking Protection While Sleeping: This supplication places trust in Allah’s protection over your soul and body, asking for safety throughout the night, as you are in a vulnerable state while sleeping. Here is the best dua after waking up.
- Strengthening Faith and Reliance on Allah: By consciously placing your affairs in Allah’s hands before sleeping, this dua reinforces your reliance on Him, instilling a sense of spiritual security and peace. Recite the 1st and 2nd Kalam to strengthen your faith.
- Seeking Forgiveness: The supplication includes a request for forgiveness if your soul is taken during sleep. This allows you to sleep with a clear heart and seek Allah’s mercy in case you do not awaken. You can also recite Surah Khaf for forgiveness.
- Acknowledging Allah’s Control Over Life and Death: This dua reminds you that Allah holds control over life and death, fostering humility and an appreciation of Allah’s will and power. Here is the best dua for knowledge and the dua for guidance.
- Calming the Mind and Heart: Reciting this supplication brings comfort and peace to the heart, helping to ease worries and stress before sleep. You can also recite Surah Yaseen and Surah Mulk to calm your heart and mind.
- Emulating the Sunnah of the Prophet (peace be upon him): This dua is from the Sunnah, which means following it brings the reward of adhering to the Prophet’s practices and aligns us with his teachings.
Wrap Up
So far, we have discussed the meaning and benefits of reciting ‘Bismika Rabbi Wadatu’ before sleeping. We have also discussed Bismika Rabbi Wadatu’s Arabic text, English transliteration and translation so you have a better understanding of it.
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