Dua & Sunnah

Dua for Patience and Steadfastness in the Face of Repeated Failures

Patience & Sabr
QuranQuran 2:250

ุฑูŽุจูŽู‘ู†ูŽุง ุฃูŽูู’ุฑูุบู’ ุนูŽู„ูŽูŠู’ู†ูŽุง ุตูŽุจู’ุฑู‹ุง ูˆูŽุซูŽุจูู‘ุชู’ ุฃูŽู‚ู’ุฏูŽุงู…ูŽู†ูŽุง ูˆูŽุงู†ุตูุฑู’ู†ูŽุง ุนูŽู„ูŽู‰ ุงู„ู’ู‚ูŽูˆู’ู…ู ุงู„ู’ูƒูŽุงููุฑููŠู†ูŽ

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Our Lord, pour upon us patience and plant our feet firmly and give us victory over the disbelieving people.

Rabbana afrigh 'alayna sabraw-wa thabbit aqdamana wansurna 'alal-qawmil-kafirin

When to Read

This powerful supplication from the Quran is perfect for moments when you're facing overwhelming challenges, repeated setbacks, or feeling discouraged after multiple attempts to achieve something. It's particularly relevant when dealing with struggles that test your resolve and faith, whether in personal goals, career aspirations, or even your efforts to remain steadfast in practicing Islam.

How to Read

Recite this dua with a sincere heart, acknowledging your reliance on Allah. Raise your hands, as is customary when making dua. Visualize Allah's support and strength being poured into you, and ask Him to solidify your determination. Repeat it during times of difficulty, after prayers, or at any point you feel your patience wearing thin. Understanding the meaning behind the words deepens the connection and sincerity of your supplication.

Virtues & Benefits

This verse, recited by the believers who fought alongside Prophet Talut (Saul) against Jalut (Goliath), embodies the ultimate plea for divine assistance in the face of immense adversity. Reciting it helps in seeking Allah's aid to grant you the essential qualities needed to overcome hardship: *Sabr* (patience) to endure, steadfastness to remain firm on your path, and victory against the 'disbelieving people' โ€“ which can represent the internal struggles of doubt, despair, and negative thoughts, as well as external obstacles.

Source & Authentication

QuranQuran 2:250
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