اللَّهُمَّ رَبَّ النَّاسِ أَذْهِبِ الْبَأْسَ، اشْفِ أَنْتَ الشَّافِي، لاَ شِفَاءَ إِلاَّ شِفَاؤُكَ، شِفَاءً لاَ يُغَادِرُ سَقَمًا
O Allah, Lord of mankind, remove the suffering. Heal, for You are the Healer. There is no healing except Your healing, a healing that leaves no ailment behind.
Allahumma Rabb an-nas, adh-hibil-ba's, ishfi anta ash-shafi, la shifa'a illa shifa'uka, shifa'an la yughadiru saqama.
When to Read
This powerful supplication is for anyone experiencing illness, especially when facing distressing symptoms like difficulty breathing. It's recommended to recite it with sincerity for oneself or for a loved one who is suffering. Place your hand on the area of pain or the chest of the sick person while reciting, if possible.
How to Read
Recite this dua with a sincere heart and unwavering faith in Allah's power to heal. Focus on the meaning of the words and direct your plea to the One who truly has the power to grant relief. Repeat it multiple times, with conviction. It's also beneficial to combine this dua with other relevant supplications from the Sunnah for healing.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates a complete plea for healing, acknowledging Allah as the ultimate source of relief. By asking Allah to 'remove the suffering' and stating that 'there is no healing except Your healing,' we affirm our complete dependence on Him. The phrase 'a healing that leaves no ailment behind' is a profound request for a complete and lasting recovery. This supplication was taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to his companions during times of illness, highlighting its significance and efficacy.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet (ﷺ) visited a sick person and said: 'O Allah, Lord of mankind, remove the suffering. Heal, for You are the Healer. There is no healing except Your healing, a healing that leaves no ailment behind.' (Sahih al-Bukhari 5743). Another narration mentions that the Prophet (ﷺ) used to recite this dua for himself when he was ill, placing his right hand on the painful part of his body. (Sahih al-Bukhari 5742).