بِسْمِ اللهِ، تُرْبَةُ أَرْضِنَا، بِرِيقَةِ بَعْضِنَا، يُشْفَى سَقِيمُنَا، بِإِذْنِ رَبِّنَا.
In the name of Allah, the soil of our land, mixed with the saliva of some of us, our sick will be healed by the permission of our Lord.
Bismillahi, turbatu ardinā, riqatu ba'ḍinā, yushfā saqīmunā, bi-idhni Rabbina.
When to Read
This dua is recited when one is feeling unwell during pregnancy. It can be recited at any time one feels sick or concerned about their health or the health of the unborn child. It is particularly poignant to recite this with a sense of humility and reliance on Allah, perhaps while placing a hand on the abdomen.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and complete reliance on Allah. It is recommended to recite it facing the Qiblah, with Wudu if possible. You can place your hand on your abdomen while reciting, focusing your heart on Allah's power to heal. Reflecting on the meaning – that healing comes from Allah through the means He has created, like the earth and our own selves – enhances the spiritual connection.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ for healing, emphasizes that all cures are from Allah alone, even when using natural means. During pregnancy, sickness can be particularly worrying due to the shared vulnerability of mother and child. Reciting this dua fosters a deep sense of trust in Allah's plan and protection, bringing peace of mind and strengthening the spiritual bond with the Creator. It reminds us that no harm can reach us except by Allah's decree, and no benefit can be gained without His will. The Prophet’s ﷺ personal practice of this dua demonstrates its efficacy and importance in seeking divine intervention for health concerns.
Source & Authentication
‘A’ishah (may Allah be pleased with her) reported that when someone complained to the Prophet (ﷺ) about a wound or a burn, he would point with his finger thus and say: (The translation of the Arabic is) 'Bismillahi, turbatu ardinā, riqatu ba'ḍinā, yushfā saqīmunā, bi-idhn Rabbina.' (i.e. With Allah's name, the soil of our land and the saliva of some of us, cure our patient with the permission of our Lord).