بِسْمِ اللَّهِ، تُرْبَةُ أَرْضِنَا، بِرِيقِ بَعْضِنَا، شِفَاءُ سَقَمِنَا، بِإِذْنِ رَبِّنَا.
In the name of Allah, the soil of our land, mixed with the saliva of some of us, is a cure for our ailment, by the permission of our Lord.
Bismillahi, turbatu ardina, biriqi ba'dina, shifau saqamina, bi'idhni rabbina.
When to Read
This dua is recited by the parents or a guardian when a newborn is experiencing discomfort, fussiness, or symptoms associated with colic. It's a prayer for Allah's healing and relief.
How to Read
Gently place your hand on the baby's forehead or chest while reciting this dua. You can also softly blow on the baby after reciting it. The act itself, combined with sincere supplication and trust in Allah, is the essence of the practice.
Virtues & Benefits
This practice demonstrates reliance on Allah (SWT) for healing, even in the face of physical ailments. It teaches us to seek cure through means that are permissible in Islam, acknowledging that all healing comes from Him alone. It also fosters patience and strengthens the bond between parents and child through prayer and care.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to recite this dua when someone was ill: 'Bismillahi, turbatu ardina, biriqi ba'dina, shifau saqamina, bi'idhni rabbina' (In the name of Allah, the soil of our land, mixed with the saliva of some of us, is a cure for our ailment, by the permission of our Lord).