Starting the school day with du’as (supplications) helps a student approach their studies with peace, confidence, and blessings. Here are five powerful du’as to recite before heading to school, each chosen to strengthen reliance on Allah, seek knowledge, and ask for protection.
Placing trust in Allah before starting the day can bring peace and confidence. Reciting this du’a helps you surrender your worries, knowing that Allah is in control of all outcomes.
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ تَوَكَّلْتُ عَلَى اللَّهِ لاَ حَوْلَ وَلاَ قُوَّةَ إِلاَّ بِاللَّه
Transliteration: Bismillahi tawakkaltu alallahi la hawla wala quwwata illa billah.
Translation: “In the name of Allah, I trust in Allah; there is no might and no power but in Allah.”
This du’a reminds us to rely on Allah’s strength and wisdom, setting a positive tone for the day.
Seeking knowledge is a noble pursuit in Islam, and this du’a asks Allah for knowledge that benefits us in both worldly and spiritual ways. Reciting it helps to remember that learning can be a form of worship.
اللهم انفعني بما علمتني وعلمني ما ينفعني وزدني علما
Transliteration: Allahumma infa‘ni bima ‘allamtani wa ‘allimni ma yanfa‘uni wa zidni ‘ilma.
(Ibn Majah 251)Translation: “O Allah, benefit me from what You have taught me, and teach me that which will benefit me, and increase me in knowledge.”
This du’a is especially beneficial to recite before studying or attending classes.
This du’a, recited by Prophet Musa (Moses, peace be upon him), is ideal for times when you need mental clarity and confidence. It can be particularly helpful before exams, presentations, or any challenging school task.
رَبِّ اشْرَحْ لِي صَدْرِي وَيَسِّرْ لِي أَمْرِي وَاحْلُلْ عُقْدَةً مِّن لِّسَانِي يَفْقَهُوا قَوْلِي
(Quran, 20:25-28)Transliteration: Rabbi ishrah li sadri wa yassir li amri wahlul ‘uqdatan min lisani yafqahu qawli.
Translation: “My Lord, expand for me my chest [with assurance]; ease for me my task; and untie the knot from my tongue that they may understand my speech.”
Reciting this du’a can ease nervousness and help you feel calm and focused.
School can sometimes present challenges, including peer pressure and distractions. This du’a is for protection from harm, both seen and unseen, making it ideal for students who want Allah’s safety and care.
بِسْمِ اللهِ الَّذِي لَا يَضُرُّ مَعَ اسْمِهِ شَيْءٌ فِي الْأَرْضِ وَلَا فِي السَّمَاءِ وَهُوَ السَّمِيعُ الْعَلِيمُ
Transliteration: Bismillah alladhi la yadurru ma’asmihi shay’un fil-ard wa la fis-sama wa huwa as-Sami’ul-‘Alim.
Translation: “In the Name of Allah, with whose name nothing is harmed on earth nor in the heavens, and He is the All-Hearing, All-Knowing.”
(Abu Dawood 5088)
Recite this three times in the morning for Allah’s protection throughout the day.
This du’a helps us remember that true success comes from Allah alone. It’s a great supplication to recite before exams or important assignments, as it encourages reliance on Allah’s guidance and support.
حَسْبِيَ اللهُ لَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا هُوَ عَلَيْهِ تَوَكَّلْتُ وَهُوَ رَبُّ الْعَرْشِ الْعَظِيمِ
Transliteration: Hasbiya Allahu la ilaha illa Huwa, ‘alayhi tawakkaltu wa Huwa Rabbul-‘Arshil-‘Adheem.
Translation: “Allah is Sufficient for me; there is no deity except Him. On Him, I have relied, and He is the Lord of the Great Throne.”(Quran, 9:129)
This du’a instills trust in Allah’s power and reminds us that He alone holds the outcome of our efforts.
By starting each school day with these du’as, you invite Allah’s blessings and guidance into your studies. May Allah grant all students success, wisdom, and protection in their pursuit of knowledge, Ameen.