اللَّهُمَّ رَحْمَتَكَ أَرْجُو، فَلَا تَكِلْنِي إِلَى نَفْسِي طَرْفَةَ عَيْنٍ، وَأَصْلِحْ لِي شَأْنِي كُلَّهُ، لَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا أَنْتَ
O Allah, it is Your mercy that I hope for, so do not entrust me to my own self for even the duration of an eye-blink, and set right all my affairs. There is no god but You.
Allahumma rahmataka arju, fala takilni ila nafsi tarfata 'ain, wa aslih li sha'ni kullahu, la ilaha illa anta
When to Read
This dua is incredibly powerful when you receive a medical diagnosis that causes you anxiety, or when you feel overwhelmed by the fear of illness. Recite it during moments of heightened worry, before visiting a doctor, or at any time you feel your inner peace is disturbed by health concerns. It's particularly beneficial when you feel your own strength is insufficient to cope.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and a humble heart. Focus on the meaning of each word, acknowledging your complete reliance on Allah for relief and well-being. It's best recited in a state of sincerity and focus, perhaps after salah, or during quiet moments of reflection. Raising your hands while making dua is also a Sunnah, though not exclusive to this specific supplication.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates profound trust in Allah's mercy and acknowledges our utter dependence on Him. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this to his daughter Fatimah (may Allah be pleased with her) when she asked him for a servant, teaching us that this supplication brings about the best of both worldly and hereafter affairs. By asking Allah not to leave us to ourselves, we seek protection from our own shortcomings and the overwhelming nature of trials, especially concerning health, which can severely impact our peace.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet (peace be upon him) said to Fatimah (may Allah be pleased with her): 'What prevents you from that which I command you to say? Or what is there preventing you from saying: Allahumma Rahmataka Arjoo Fala Takilni Ila Nafsi Tarfata 'Ayn Wa Aslih Li Sha'ni Kullah La Ilaha Illa Anta.' (O Allah, it is Your mercy that I hope for, so do not entrust me to my own self for even the duration of an eye-blink, and set right all my affairs. There is no god but You.) Fatimah (may Allah be pleased with her) said: 'Yes, O Messenger of Allah.' He said: 'Say it every morning and evening.'