اللَّهُمَّ افْتَحْ لِي أَبْوَابَ رَحْمَتِكَ
O Allah, open for me the doors of Your mercy.
Allahumma aftah li abwaba rahmatik
When to Read
This is the recommended dua to recite upon entering any masjid. While it is a general supplication for entering the house of Allah, its powerful invocation of 'Your mercy' can be specifically intended when seeking healing. You might mentally focus on seeking Allah's mercy for recovery as you say it.
How to Read
Recite this dua softly as you enter the masjid, preferably after stepping across the threshold with your right foot. It's a beautiful way to begin your worship, seeking Allah's grace as you enter His house. Imagine the doors of mercy opening for you not just in the masjid, but also for your ailment.
Virtues & Benefits
Entering the masjid with this dua invites Allah's vast mercy. When seeking a cure from illness, this mercy is precisely what we need. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us this dua to seek the blessings and divine favor inherent in the places of worship. It sets a tone of humility and reliance on Allah, crucial for any supplication, especially one for healing.
Source & Authentication
Umm Salamah (may Allah be pleased with her) reported: When the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) entered his mosque, he would say: 'Allahumma aftah li abwaba rahmatik' (O Allah, open for me the doors of Your mercy). And when he went out, he would say: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka min fadlik' (O Allah, I ask of You from Your bounty).