اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ الصَّبْرَ عِنْدَ الْقَضَاءِ، وَمَنَازِلَ الشُّهَدَاءِ، وَعَيْشَ السُّعَدَاءِ، وَالنَّصْرَ عَلَى الأَعْدَاءِ، وَرِفْقَ الْحَيَاةِ وَطُولَ الْعُمُرِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ فِتْنَةِ الصَّدْرِ، وَشَتَاتِ الأَمْرِ، وَعَذَابِ الْقَبْرِ. اللَّهُمَّ آمِنَّا مِنْ فَزَعِ يَوْمِ الْقِيَامَةِ، وَاجْعَلْ لَنَا مِنْ أَمْرِنَا يُسْرًا.
O Allah, I ask You for patience at the time of decree, and the stations of the martyrs, and the life of the happy, and victory over enemies, and the companionship of life and its length, and I seek refuge in You from the trial of the breast and the dispersion of affairs and the punishment of the grave. O Allah, grant us security from the terror of the Day of Resurrection, and make our affairs easy for us.
Allahumma inni as'aluk as-sabra 'ind al-qada', wa manazil ash-shuhada', wa 'aysh as-su'ada', wa an-nasra 'ala al-a'da', wa rifq al-hayah wa tul al-'umr, wa a'udhu bika min fitnat as-sadr, wa shatat al-amr, wa 'adhab al-qabr. Allahumma ammina min faza' yawm al-qiyamah, waj'al lana min amrina yusra.
When to Read
This powerful supplication is particularly relevant when facing the overwhelming challenges of a terminal illness. It's a plea for inner strength to accept Allah's divine decree, for comfort and solace during immense physical and emotional hardship, and for a peaceful end. Recite it during times of distress, after prayers, or whenever you feel your resolve weakening.
How to Read
This is a comprehensive supplication that encompasses seeking patience, a good life, protection from trials, and ease in one's affairs. It's best recited with sincerity and a humble heart, contemplating the meaning of each request. Raising your hands is customary for supplications, but even reciting it with a sincere heart without raising hands is beneficial. You can repeat it multiple times, especially after your obligatory prayers.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua seeks profound blessings: the patience to accept Allah's will, even when it is difficult, which is a hallmark of a true believer. It asks for the status of martyrs, signifying a life lived and ended in devotion to Allah. It also requests the sweetness of a happy life and victory, coupled with seeking refuge from inner turmoil and the torments of the grave. Ultimately, it aims for security on the Day of Judgment and ease in worldly matters, all crucial for someone facing life's final chapter.
Source & Authentication
Narrated 'Abdullah bin Mas'ud: The Prophet (ﷺ) used to supplicate: 'Allahumma inni as'aluk al-huda wat-tuqa wal-'afafa wal-ghina.' (O Allah, I ask You for guidance, piety, chastity, and richness). And he also used to supplicate: 'Allahumma inni as'aluk as-sabra 'ind al-qada', wa manazil ash-shuhada', wa 'aysh as-su'ada', wa an-nasra 'ala al-a'da', wa rifq al-hayah wa tul al-'umr, wa a'udhu bika min fitnat as-sadr, wa shatat al-amr, wa 'adhab al-qabr. Allahumma ammina min faza' yawm al-qiyamah, waj'al lana min amrina yusra.' (O Allah, I ask You for patience at the time of decree, and the stations of the martyrs, and the life of the happy, and victory over enemies, and the companionship of life and its length, and I seek refuge in You from the trial of the breast and the dispersion of affairs and the punishment of the grave. O Allah, grant us security from the terror of the Day of Resurrection, and make our affairs easy for us.)