اللَّهُمَّ رَبَّ النَّاسِ، أَذْهِبِ البَأْسَ، اشْفِ أَنْتَ الشَّافِي، لاَ شِفَاءَ إِلاَّ شِفَاؤُكَ، شِفَاءً لاَ يُغَادِرُ سَقَمًا
O Allah, Lord of mankind, remove this suffering, and heal (him/her). You are the Healer. There is no healing but Your healing, a healing that leaves no illness behind.
Allahumma Rabban-nas, adh-hibil-ba's, is-fi, Antash-Shafi, la shifa'a illa shifa'uka, shifa'an la yughadiru saqaman.
When to Read
This powerful dua is for when your child is unwell. It can be recited when you first notice symptoms, when they are suffering from a fever, pain, or any ailment. It's also beneficial to recite regularly as a protective measure for your children's health, especially during times when illnesses are prevalent.
How to Read
When reciting this dua for your child, place your hand on the area of pain or on their forehead. Recite it with sincerity, conviction, and a hopeful heart, trusting in Allah's ability to heal. You can repeat it multiple times, and encourage other family members to join you in making this supplication. Remember to also seek medical help as prescribed by the Sunnah.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates a profound reliance on Allah as the ultimate Healer. By invoking Allah as the 'Lord of mankind' and acknowledging His sole power to heal, we are actively seeking His mercy and intervention. The phrase 'a healing that leaves no illness behind' highlights our aspiration for complete and lasting recovery, reflecting a deep trust in Allah's perfect plan and power. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us this dua, showing its immense significance in seeking relief and well-being for ourselves and our loved ones.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet (ﷺ) visited a patient from among his companions, with his ailment. He would supplicate for him in these words: 'O Allah, Lord of mankind, remove this suffering, and heal him, for You are the Healer. There is no healing but Your healing, a healing that leaves no illness behind.' (Sahih al-Bukhari 5743)