Yes, you can say "Bismillah" before you go to sleep. Reciting Bismillah (بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم), meaning "In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful," is a recommended practice before beginning any permissible activity, including sleeping.
Significance of Saying Bismillah
Reciting Bismillah before sleeping serves as a reminder of Allah before entering a state of unconsciousness. It seeks Allah's blessings and protection during sleep, which is often considered a vulnerable state.
How to Recite Bismillah Before Sleep
You can recite Bismillah audibly or silently in your mind before sleeping. Either way, the intention matters. There are also specific du'as (supplications) that include the name of Allah, which you can also recite before sleeping.
Benefits of Reciting Bismillah
- Seeking Allah's Protection: Saying Bismillah seeks Allah's protection during sleep from any harm or evil.
- Blessings and Barakah: Invoking Allah's name invites blessings (Barakah) into your sleep and your dreams.
- Remembrance of Allah: It serves as a final act of remembrance of Allah before losing consciousness.
Therefore, reciting Bismillah before sleeping is a commendable practice in Islam, bringing about spiritual and practical benefits.
