اللَّهُمَّ رَبَّ النَّاسِ أَذْهِبِ الْبَأْسَ اشْفِ أَنْتَ الشَّافِي، لاَ شِفَاءَ إِلاَّ شِفَاؤُكَ، شِفَاءً لاَ يُغَادِرُ سَقَمًا
O Allah, Lord of mankind, remove the suffering and heal him/her, for You are the Healer. There is no healing except Your healing, a healing that leaves no illness behind.
Allahumma Rabb an-nas, adh-hib il-ba's, ishfi anta ash-shafi, la shifa'a illa shifa'uka, shifa'an la yughadiru saqaman.
When to Read
This powerful dua is for when your spouse is experiencing any form of illness or pain, whether it's a minor ailment or a more serious condition. Recite it with sincerity and conviction, placing your hand on the afflicted area if possible.
How to Read
Recite this dua with a sincere heart, focusing on your intention for your spouse's well-being. It is recommended to place your hand on the area of pain or illness while reciting. Repeat it multiple times, for example, seven times, as the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ often did for himself and others when seeking healing.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua embodies our complete reliance on Allah for healing. It acknowledges Allah as the ultimate physician and seeks a complete recovery that leaves no trace of illness. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua when he himself was ill, demonstrating its profound importance and efficacy in seeking Allah's mercy during times of sickness.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to recite the following words when visiting a sick person: 'Allahumma Rabb an-nas, adh-hib il-ba's, ishfi anta ash-shafi, la shifa'a illa shifa'uka, shifa'an la yughadiru saqaman.' (O Allah, Lord of mankind, remove the suffering and heal him/her, for You are the Healer. There is no healing except Your healing, a healing that leaves no illness behind.)