Dua for Pain Relief
What to say placing your hand on the aching spot
Also searched as: dard ki dua • dua for pain
Arabic
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ (3 مَرَّاتٍ) أَعُوذُ بِعِزَّةِ اللَّهِ وَقُدْرَتِهِ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا أَجِدُ وَأُحَاذِرُ (7 مَرَّاتٍ)
Transliteration
Bismillah (3 times), then: A’udhu bi izzatillahi wa qudratihi min sharri ma ajidu wa uhadhir (7 times).
Meaning
In Allah’s name (×3). I seek refuge in Allah’s might and power from the evil of what I feel and fear (×7).
Reference
Sahih Muslim
When to recite
Whenever in pain • 3 + 7 times
Virtue
A self-ruqyah taught directly for bodily pain.
Sources & review
Sahih Muslim
Prophetic dua • Narrated by Uthman ibn Abi al-As • Grade: Sahih • 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 Pain Relief?
Whenever in pain. Repeat: 3 + 7 times.
What is the virtue of Dua for Pain Relief?
A self-ruqyah taught directly for bodily pain.
Where is Dua for Pain Relief from?
Source: Sahih Muslim (narrated by Uthman ibn Abi al-As). Grade: Sahih. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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