اللَّهُمَّ رَبَّ النَّاسِ أَذْهِبِ الْبَأْسَ، اشْفِ أَنْتَ الشَّافِي، لاَ شِفَاءَ إِلاَّ شِفَاؤُكَ، شِفَاءً لاَ يُغَادِرُ سَقَمًا.
O Allah, Lord of mankind, remove this suffering. Heal (us), 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, ashfi anta ash-shafi, la shifa'a illa shifa'uka, shifaa'an la yughadiru saqama.
When to Read
This powerful supplication is best recited when feeling physical or mental agitation due to illness. It can be said when you feel the sickness taking hold, during periods of intense discomfort, or whenever you feel your patience wearing thin because of your ailment. It's a direct appeal to Allah for His perfect healing and the removal of distress.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, believing in Allah's power to heal. Place your hand on the area of pain or discomfort, if possible, and repeat the dua. It's also beneficial to recite it after every obligatory prayer, especially when you are feeling unwell. Cleansing yourself with wudu (ablution) beforehand is recommended as a sign of respect and readiness to approach Allah.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua carries immense benefits as it comes from the Sunnah of our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. It directly addresses Allah as the 'Lord of mankind,' acknowledging His ultimate dominion and power over all creation. By calling upon Him as 'Ash-Shafi' (The Healer), we affirm our belief that all healing originates from Him alone. The request for 'a healing that leaves no ailment behind' signifies seeking complete and permanent recovery, not just temporary relief. This supplication is a direct channel to Allah for solace and cure when sickness brings restlessness and agitation.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to visit any sick person and would invoke Allah for him with the following supplication: 'Allahumma Rabb an-nas, adh-hibil-ba's, ashfi anta ash-shafi, la shifa'a illa shifa'uka, shifaa'an la yughadiru saqama.' (O Allah, Lord of mankind, remove this suffering. Heal him, for You are the Healer. There is no healing except Your healing, a healing that leaves no ailment behind).