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 it. You are the Healer, there is no healing except Your healing, a healing that leaves no illness behind.
Allahumma Rabb an-nas, adhibil-ba's, isfi anta ash-shafi, la shifaa'a illa shifa'uka, shifaa'an la yughadiru saqaman.
When to Read
This powerful dua is meant to be recited when experiencing any form of illness, whether it's a minor ailment or a serious condition. It's particularly potent when accompanied by sincere belief and a firm conviction that Allah is the ultimate Healer.
How to Read
Place your hand on the part of your body that is in pain and recite this dua with conviction. It is recommended to repeat it multiple times. The emphasis is on the certainty of Allah's power to heal, reflecting a deep reliance on Him and acknowledging His role as the true physician.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua embodies trust in Allah's divine healing power. It transforms a moment of suffering into an act of worship, strengthening one's connection with the Creator. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua to his companions, demonstrating its importance in seeking solace and recovery through supplication, coupled with the belief that true healing comes only from Allah.
Source & Authentication
‘Aishah (may Allah be pleased with her) reported: When any one of us became sick, the Messenger of Allah ﷺ would rub the body with his right hand and say: 'Allahumma Rabb an-nas, adhibil-ba's, isfi anta ash-shafi, la shifaa'a illa shifa'uka, shifaa'an la yughadiru saqaman' (O Allah, Lord of mankind, remove this suffering, heal it. You are the Healer, there is no healing except Your healing, a healing that leaves no illness behind).