أَسْأَلُ اللهَ الْعَظِيمَ رَبَّ الْعَرْشِ الْعَظِيمِ أَنْ يَشْفِيَكَ
I ask Allah, the Magnificent, Lord of the Mighty Throne, to heal you.
As'alu Allaha al-'Adheem, Rabb al-'Arsh al-'Adheem, an yashfiyak
When to Read
This dua is specifically recommended when visiting someone who is ill, or when gathering with a group of sick individuals. It's a beautiful way to express concern, invoke Allah's mercy upon them, and seek collective healing.
How to Read
Recite this sincerely with the intention of seeking Allah's help for the sick person(s). Place your hand on the affected area if visiting an individual, or recite it with earnestness while in the gathering. The hadith mentions repeating it seven times.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a powerful supplication taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. By reciting it, we follow his Sunnah and embody the Islamic spirit of compassion and support for those suffering. It signifies our belief that ultimate healing comes from Allah alone, and that we should turn to Him in times of hardship. The act of visiting the sick itself has immense reward, and this dua amplifies the benefit.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet (ﷺ) said: 'Place your hand on the affected part of your body and say: 'Bismillah' three times, and say seven times: 'A'udhu bi 'izzatillahi wa qudratihi min sharri ma ajidu wa uhadhiru' (I seek refuge in Allah and His Power from the evil of what I feel and what I fear). And when visiting a sick person, he (ﷺ) said: 'As'alu Allaha al-'Adheem, Rabb al-'Arsh al-'Adheem, an yashfiyak' (I ask Allah the Magnificent, Lord of the Mighty Throne, to heal you).