اللَّهُمَّ رَبَّ النَّاسِ أَذْهِبِ البَأْسَ اشْفِ أَنْتَ الشَّافِي لاَ شِفَاءَ إِلاَّ شِفَاؤُكَ شِفَاءً لاَ يُغَادِرُ سَقَمًا
O Allah, Lord of mankind, remove this suffering. Heal [him/her/it], for You are the Healer. There is no healing except Your healing, [a healing] that leaves no ailment behind.
Allahumma Rabb an-nas, adhhibil-ba's, isfi anta ash-Shafi, la shifa'a illa shifa'uka, shifa'an la yughadiru saqama.
When to Read
This powerful dua should be recited when experiencing any form of sickness, particularly when dealing with ailments that affect the bones or are persistent. It is best recited with sincere intention and conviction, ideally placing your hand on the affected area if possible. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would often recite this for himself and for others who were ill.
How to Read
Recite this dua with a sincere heart, focusing on Allah's power to heal. The practice of placing one's hand on the area of pain or sickness while reciting is highly recommended. It's also beneficial to combine this with other accepted means of seeking healing, such as consulting with medical professionals and taking prescribed remedies, as Islam encourages us to utilize the means Allah has provided.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates a profound reliance on Allah (SWT) as the ultimate Healer. By acknowledging Him as 'Ar-Rabb' (the Lord) and 'Ash-Shafi' (the Healer), we affirm our belief in His absolute power over all matters, including health and sickness. The request for 'healing that leaves no ailment behind' expresses a desire for complete and lasting recovery, reflecting a deep trust in Allah's ability to grant it. Reciting this with conviction can bring immense peace of mind and strengthen one's spiritual connection during times of vulnerability.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Aisha: The Prophet (ﷺ) used to recite the following dua in his illness: Allahumma, the Lord of mankind, the Supporter of those who are in distress, heal the patient, for You are the Healer. There is no healing but Your healing, a healing which does not leave any disease behind. (Sahih al-Bukhari 5743). Another narration by Muslim (2205) mentions the Prophet ﷺ visiting a sick person and reciting: 'O Allah, the Lord of the people, (grant him relief) from the suffering, heal him, for You are the Healer. There is no healing except Your healing, a healing which does not leave any disease behind.'