Dua & Sunnah

Dua for Trust in Allah (Tawakkul) During Health Concerns

Trust in Allah
Sahih HadithSunan Abi Dawud 5082

حَسْبِيَ اللَّهُ لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا هُوَ عَلَيْهِ تَوَكَّلْتُ وَهُوَ رَبُّ الْعَرْشِ الْعَظِيمِ

Allah is sufficient for me. There is no god but He. I have placed my trust in Him, and He is the Lord of the Mighty Throne.

HasbiyAllahu la ilaha illa Huwa 'alayhi tawakkaltu wa Huwa Rabbul-'Arshil-'Adheem.

When to Read

This powerful dua is to be recited when facing any worry, stress, or significant concern, including anxieties related to health. It's particularly beneficial when you feel overwhelmed by a health challenge, a diagnosis, or the uncertainty of illness. Recite it in the morning and evening, and whenever the worries resurface.

How to Read

Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction. Ensure you are in a state of purity if possible, though it is permissible to recite it in any state. The key is to focus on the meaning of the words, truly believing that Allah is your sole source of sufficiency and protection. Utter the words clearly, focusing your heart on Allah's might and the certainty of His power over all things, especially the 'Arsh al-'Adheem (the Mighty Throne).

Virtues & Benefits

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said, concerning this dua: 'Whoever says this in the morning seven times, Allah will suffice him from what worries him during the day. Whoever says it in the evening seven times, Allah will suffice him from what worries him during the night.' (Sunan Abi Dawud 5082). When facing health issues, this means Allah will protect you from the anxieties and potential harms stemming from that worry, granting you peace and strength to manage your health.

Source & Authentication

The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: 'Whoever says in the morning: 'HasbiyAllahu la ilaha illa Huwa 'alayhi tawakkaltu wa Huwa Rabbul-'Arshil-'Adheem.' (Allah is sufficient for me. There is no god but He. I have placed my trust in Him, and He is the Lord of the Mighty Throne.) seven times, Allah will suffice him from what worries him during the day. Whoever says it in the evening seven times, Allah will suffice him from what worries him during the night.' — Sunan Abi Dawud 5082 (Sahih)
Sahih HadithSunan Abi Dawud 5082
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