The Dua for healing is one of the best things you can do for a sick friend or family member. The person who felt sick should be treated medically and with the dua for healing and the dua for the sick.
The recitation of Allah’s name for the sick and ill adds his mercy and blessings, and Inshallah, they will be recovered soon. This blog will discuss the best dua for healing yourself, a friend, or a family member. What are the benefits of reciting it, and when is the best time to recite this supplication?
Dua for Healing
أَذْهِبِ الْبَأْسَ وَاشْفِ أَنْتَ الشَّافِي لَا شِفَاءَ إِلَّا شِفَاؤُكَ شِفَاءٌ لَا يُغَادِرُ سَقَمَا
Dua for Healing in English: Adhhib al-baas Rabb an-naas, ishfi anta ash-shaafi, laa shifaa’a illa shifaa’uka shifaa’an laa yughaadiru saqaman.
Translation: Lord of the people. Remove the disease, cure him, for Thou art the great Curer, there is no cure but through Thine healing Power, which leaves nothing of the disease.
Hadith: ‘A’isha reported Allah’s Messenger (PBUH) as saying: When Allah’s Messenger (PBUH) visited the sick, he would say: Lord of the people. Remove the disease, cure him, for Thou art the great Curer, there is no cure but through Thine healing Power, which leaves nothing of the disease. —Sahih Muslim 2191c
Explanation: The dua for healing the sick was recited by the Holy Prophet (PBUH) whenever he visited a sick person. He would praise Allah by saying Oh Allah, you are the lord of mankind, and there is none other than you.
He then asks Allah to remove the disease he is suffering from and cure him. You are the greatest curer, and there is no cure better than your healing power, which can cure anything in this world.
When visiting a sick person, we should follow the Holy Prophet (PBUH) and recite the dua for healing. You might be interested in more supplications related to this topic; check out the dua for pain relief.
Hadiths with the dua for healing the sick
The following Hadiths have transmitted this dua for healing with slight variations. This supplication is an essential part of Ruqiya.
- Mishkat al-Masabih 1530
- Riyad as-Salihin 902
- Sunan Ibn Majah 3520
- Sahih Muslim 2191d
- Jami` at-Tirmidhi 3565
- Sahih al-Bukhari 5743
- Sahih al-Bukhari 5750
- Sunan Abi Dawud 3890
- Musnad Ahmad 565
- Sahih al-Bukhari 5742
- Sahih Muslim 2191a
- Sunan Abi Dawud 3883
- Mishkat al-Masabih 4552
- Others
What is the Dua for Healing the Sick from the Quran?
The Holy Quran is the book of signs not science. However, there are a few powerful Quranic verses that are used as a dua for healing the sick. They are also called ‘Ayat-e-Shifa,’ the Verse of the cure.
Here are a few surahs and Verses from the Quran used by the Holy Prophet (PBUH) to treat the ill, injured, and sick.
- Reciitng Surah Al-Fatiha
- Reciting Surah Al-Falaq and An-Nas
- Reciting Surah Al-Ikhlas
- Reciitng Ayat-al-Kursi and Surah Yaseen
What is Ayat-ash-Shifa?
The Ayat e Shifa—Verses for Healing is a set of Quranic verses from different surah combined together to treat the sick. Here are the six Quranic verses used as a dua for healing the sick and ill.
The following Verses are called Ayat-e-Shifa and widely recited by Muslims to cure the sick. The Verses are not transmitted in any Hadith.
وَيَشْفِ صُدُورَ قَوْمٍۢ مُّؤْمِنِينَ
Wa yashfi sudūra qawmin mu’minīn
Soothe the hearts of the believers —Surah At-Tawbah Verse 14
وَشِفَآءٌۭ لِّمَا فِى ٱلصُّدُورِ
Wa shifā’un limā fī aṣ-ṣudūr.
A cure/healing for what is in the hearts —Surah Yunus Verse 57
يَخْرُجُ مِنۢ بُطُونِهَا شَرَابٌۭ مُّخْتَلِفٌ أَلْوَٰنُهُۥ فِيهِ شِفَآءٌۭ لِّلنَّاسِ
Yakhruju min butūnihā sharābun mukhtalifun alwānuhu fīhi shifā’un lin-nās
From their bellies comes forth liquid of varying colours, in which there is healing for people — Surah An-Nahl Verse 69
وَنُنَزِّلُ مِنَ ٱلْقُرْءَانِ مَا هُوَ شِفَآءٌۭ وَرَحْمَةٌۭ لِّلْمُؤْمِنِينَ
Wa nunazzilu mina-l Qur’āni mā huwa shifā’un wa raḥmatun lil-mu’minīn.
The Quran is a source of healing and mercy for the believers —Surah Al-Isra Verse 82
وَإِذَا مَرِضْتُ فَهُوَ يَشْفِينِ
Wa idhā maridtu fahuwa yashfīn.
And He ‘alone’ heals me when I am sick — Surah Ash-Shu’ara Verse 80
قُلْ هُوَ لِلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ هُدًۭى وَشِفَآءٌۭ
Qul huwa lilladhīna āmanū hudan wa shifā’un.
It is a guide and a healing to the believers —Surah Fussilat Verse 44
What are the benefits of reciting Dua for Healing?
Here are a few key benefits of treating a sick person with du’a for healing, based on Quran and Hadith:
1- Acknowledging Allah as the Ultimate Healer: Du’a reminds us that ultimate healing comes from Allah alone. In Surah Ash-Shu’ara (26:80), Prophet Ibrahim (peace be upon him) says: “And when I am ill, it is He who cures me.” This emphasizes that all medical treatment is secondary, and true healing is by Allah’s will.
2- Spiritual Comfort and Strength: Du’a provides peace and tranquility to the patient and the caregiver. The remembrance of Allah through du’a is a form of solace and hope during times of sickness. In Surah Ar-Ra’d (13:28), it is mentioned that “Verily, in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest.”
3- Following the Example of the Prophet (PBUH): The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) frequently made du’a for those who were ill. One well-known supplication is: “O Allah, Lord of mankind, remove the harm and cure (him/her). You are the Healer, and there is no healing except Your healing, a healing that leaves no disease.” (Sahih al-Bukhari and Sahih Muslim). This demonstrates the Sunnah of seeking healing through prayer.
4- Protection from Harm and Relief from Suffering: Du’as for healing can also act as a shield from further harm. The Prophet (PBUH) would recite specific du’as to seek protection and cure from illnesses. Here is a guide on the best dua for protection.
5- Reward for Patience in Illness: Offering du’a for a sick person is not just for recovery, but also for the spiritual reward that comes from enduring illness with patience. The Prophet (PBUH) said: “No fatigue, illness, sorrow, sadness, hurt or distress befalls a Muslim, even if it were the prick he receives from a thorn, but that Allah expiates some of his sins for that.” —Sahih al-Bukhari Volume 7, Book 70, Number 545.
What is the best time to recite Dua for Healing?
The best time to recite the dua to heal the sick and ill is whenever you visit them. You can also recite this supplication for healing when you hear about their illness.
However, the best time to ask Allah for mercy for someone is in the last third part of the night. Offer the Tahajjud prayer with the dua for Tahajjud and pray for the recovery and good health of your loved ones.
Wrap Up
So far, we have discussed the best dua for healing a sick person. The Holy Prophet (PBUH) used to recite this dua to cure the ill and we should do the same. We have also provided relevant Hadith references.
Furthermore, we have also mentioned the best dua to heal the sick from the Quran. We have also written the Dua e Shifa so that no stone is left unturned. We hope you will find this blog informative and share it with your family.
FAQs
Dua for cure from illness in English?
Adhhib al-baas Rabb an-naas, ishfi anta ash-shaafi, laa shifaa’a illa shifaa’uka shifaa’an laa yughaadiru saqaman.
What is the prayer for healing?
Muslims offer special prayers for healing. They offer two or more rak’t Salah at night and ask Allah to heal the sick person.
After offering two or more Rakat Salah, recite the dua for a cure from sickness and then ask Allah for good health for yourself and your loved ones.
What are the illnesses treated by this dua for healing in Islam?
This dua can cure almost anything. The basic point is belief; your belief should be like a mountain that can not be moved. Secondly, you should recite this dua with a pure heart. Third and most importantly, believe in Allah’s way and accept what he has planned.
The dua can be employed to cure back pain, wounds, heart, etc. Just be patient and believe in the process.
Can I recite the dua for the sickness of the parents?
Yes, you can recite this dua for your parent’s health and well-being. We pray for the long life of our and your parents.
What else should you know?
Here is a list of a few powerful dua you should know.
