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Dua of Ayyub in Affliction

In illness, pain or prolonged hardship

Arabic

أَنِّي مَسَّنِيَ الضُّرُّ وَأَنْتَ أَرْحَمُ الرَّاحِمِينَ


Transliteration

Anni massaniyad-durru wa anta arhamur-rahimin.


Meaning

Indeed harm has touched me, and You are the Most Merciful of the merciful.


Reference

Quran 21:83


When to recite

Illness or hardship • Often

Virtue

Ayyub’s complaint without complaint — pure praise that brought relief.

Sources & review

Quran 21:83

Quranic dua • Grade: Quranic • 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 of Ayyub in Affliction?

Illness or hardship. Recite it often.

What is the virtue of Dua of Ayyub in Affliction?

Ayyub’s complaint without complaint — pure praise that brought relief.

Where is Dua of Ayyub in Affliction from?

Source: Quran 21:83. Grade: Quranic. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.

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