The time interval between the dawn (morning Adhan) and sunrise is called Bayn Al-Tulū‘ayn. For more information, stay tuned with SaedNews.
When Is Bayn Al-Tulū‘ayn?
The term "Bayn Al-Tulū‘ayn," meaning "between two dawns," refers to the time interval between the true dawn (morning Adhan) and sunrise, which is also the time before the Fajr prayer becomes invalid. The significance of Bayn Al-Tulū‘ayn is so high that Islamic narrations consider sleeping during this period disliked (makruh). This text aims to define the term, explain its importance, and reveal its mysteries and virtues.
The Holy Quran recommends glorifying God during this time with the phrase:
“And glorify the praise of your Lord before the rising of the sun.”
There are numerous narrations about worship during Bayn Al-Tulū‘ayn, some suggesting special prayers and supplications:
First Hadith from the Prophet (PBUH):
“Whoever sits in his prayer place from dawn until sunrise and continues his worship, God will protect him from the Hellfire.”
Second Hadith from the Prophet (PBUH):
Whoever recites these verses seven times in the morning will be protected from calamities that day:
"Indeed, Allah is the best guardian, and He is the most merciful of the merciful. Indeed, my protector is Allah, who has sent down the Book and He takes care of the righteous. But if they turn away, say: ‘Sufficient for me is Allah; there is no deity except Him. On Him I rely, and He is the Lord of the Great Throne.’”
Third Hadith from the Prophet (PBUH):
“Whoever wakes in the morning and does not remember four blessings of God, I fear these blessings will be taken away:
Praise be to Allah who made me know Himself and did not leave my heart blind,
Praise be to Allah who made me from the followers of Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family),
Praise be to Allah who placed my sustenance in His hands and did not put it in the hands of others,
Praise be to Allah who concealed my faults and sins and did not disgrace me before people.”
“Whoever recites Surahs Al-Tawhid, Al-Qadr, and Ayat Al-Kursi eleven times before sunrise will be protected from financial loss.”
“Remembrance of God after Fajr prayer until sunrise is more effective in attracting sustenance than a trade journey.”
“Morning sleep is harmful and unlucky; it drives away sustenance, changes the color of the face to pale. God distributes sustenance during Bayn Al-Tulū‘ayn, so avoid sleeping at this time. Know that manna and quail were sent down to the Children of Israel at this hour.”
“Whoever seeks forgiveness seventy times after Fajr prayer, God will forgive him.”
“Whoever recites Surah Al-Qadr seven times after dawn will have seventy rows of angels send blessings upon him and pray for his mercy seventy times.”
In conclusion, all recommended prayers after Fajr can be considered acts of worship during Bayn Al-Tulū‘ayn.
By knowing the exact time of Fajr Adhan and sunrise in your area, you can easily determine the Bayn Al-Tulū‘ayn period. For example, if Fajr Adhan is at 5:27 AM and sunrise at 6:51 AM, then Bayn Al-Tulū‘ayn is from 5:27 AM to 6:51 AM.
According to Islamic narrations, the following attributes are related to Bayn Al-Tulū‘ayn:
Angels distribute sustenance during this time.
The punishment in the grave is suspended during this hour.
Sleeping at this time is discouraged and highly forbidden.
Prayers are more likely to be answered.
Seeking forgiveness and being saved from the torment of the hereafter are encouraged.
Those awake during this time gain worldly and spiritual happiness.
Economic growth and protection from financial loss come from being awake and praying during this time.
Standing in Arafat during Bayn Al-Tulū‘ayn on Eid al-Adha is part of the pilgrimage rites.
Buying, selling, and transactions are disliked during this time.
Intimacy with one’s spouse is also discouraged at this time.
Modern medicine confirms two key benefits related to sleeping early and waking at this time:
Growth Hormone:
Growth hormone (somatotropin) secretion peaks about two hours after sunset, matching the time recommended for sleeping in Islamic narrations. Proper sleep at night increases this hormone and promotes growth.
Stress Hormones:
Stress hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline peak during Bayn Al-Tulū‘ayn. These hormones improve alertness and joy upon waking but cause lethargy if one sleeps after Fajr. Medical research shows sleeping during this time increases the risk of stroke and sudden death, explaining why most deaths during sleep occur in this period.
