Dua for Mercy in Grief (Rahmataka Arju)
Handing all affairs back to Allah in sorrow
Arabic
اللَّهُمَّ رَحْمَتَكَ أَرْجُو فَلَا تَكِلْنِي إِلَى نَفْسِي طَرْفَةَ عَيْنٍ وَأَصْلِحْ لِي شَأْنِي كُلَّهُ لَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا أَنْتَ
Transliteration
Allahumma rahmataka arju, fa la takilni ila nafsi tarfata ayn, wa aslih li sha’ni kullah, la ilaha illa ant.
Meaning
O Allah, I hope for Your mercy — do not leave me to myself for even the blink of an eye. Set all my affairs right; none is worthy of worship but You.
Reference
Sunan Abu Dawud
When to recite
Grief, worry or overwhelm • Morning and evening
Virtue
Grief met with delegation — not even a blink of self-reliance.
Sources & review
Sunan Abu Dawud
Prophetic dua • Grade: Hasan • Learn personal details from a qualified teacher; minor school differences exist.
Educational content — not a fatwa. See methodology and disclaimer.
Reviewed • 2026-01-01Our methodology
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When should I recite Dua for Mercy in Grief (Rahmataka Arju)?
Grief, worry or overwhelm. Repeat: Morning and evening.
What is the virtue of Dua for Mercy in Grief (Rahmataka Arju)?
Grief met with delegation — not even a blink of self-reliance.
Where is Dua for Mercy in Grief (Rahmataka Arju) from?
Source: Sunan Abu Dawud. Grade: Hasan. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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