Introduction
Anxiety is a common struggle that affects millions worldwide. In Islam, seeking relief through duas (supplications) is a powerful way to ease the heart and mind. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) taught several duas for anxiety, stress, and worry. This article will explore powerful duas for anxiety, providing Arabic text, transliteration, and English translation for each.
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1. Comprehensive Dua for Anxiety and Stress
This is a well-known dua that the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) recommended for seeking refuge from grief, anxiety, and financial distress.
Arabic:
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الهَمِّ وَالحُزْنِ، وَالعَجْزِ وَالكَسَلِ، وَالبُخْلِ وَالجُبْنِ، وَضَلَعِ الدَّيْنِ، وَغَلَبَةِ الرِّجَالِ
Transliteration:
Allahumma inni a’udhu bika minal-hammi walhazani, wal’ajzi walkasali, walbukhli waljubni, wa dhala’id-dayni wa ghalabatir-rijaal.
English Translation:
“O Allah, I seek refuge in You from grief and sadness, from weakness and laziness, from miserliness and cowardice, from being overcome by debt and overpowered by men.”
Benefits:
- Helps relieve anxiety and stress
- Provides strength and motivation
- Protects from financial struggles
2. Dua for Peace of Mind and Removing Worries
This dua asks for a calm heart and peace of mind, removing all kinds of distress.
Arabic:
اللَّهُمَّ مَاكَانَ فِيهِ مِنْ هَمٍّ وَحُزْنٍ فَاصْرِفْهُ عَنِّي وَاجْعَلْنِي مِنْ السُّعَدَاءِ
Transliteration:
Allahumma ma kana fihi min hammin wa huznin fa’srifhu anni, waj’alni min as-su’adaa.
English Translation:
“O Allah, remove from me any sorrow or worry, and make me among the happy ones.”
Benefits:
- Eliminates worries and sadness
- Grants happiness and peace
- Strengthens emotional resilience
3. Dua for Protection from Anxiety and Depression
The Prophet (PBUH) recommended this dua to seek Allah’s mercy and guidance.
Arabic:
يَا حَيُّ يَا قَيُّومُ بِرَحْمَتِكَ أَسْتَغِيثُ فَأَصْلِحْ لِي شَأْنِي كُلَّهُ وَلَا تَكِلْنِي إِلَى نَفْسِي طَرْفَةَ عَيْنٍ
Transliteration:
Ya Hayyu Ya Qayyumu, bi-rahmatika astaghithu, fa-aslih li sha’ni kullahu wa la takilni ila nafsi tarfata ‘ayn.
English Translation:
“O Ever-Living, O Sustainer! By Your mercy, I seek help, so set all my affairs right and do not leave me to myself even for the blink of an eye.”
Benefits:
- Relieves anxiety and depression
- Strengthens faith and trust in Allah
- Provides emotional healing
4. Dua for Inner Peace and Tranquility
This dua invokes Allah’s name to grant a peaceful heart and mind.
Arabic:
اللَّهُمَّ اجْعَلْ فِي قَلْبِي نُورًا وَفِي صَدْرِي سَكِينَةً
Transliteration:
Allahumma aj’al fi qalbi nuran wa fi sadri sakeenatan.
English Translation:
“O Allah, place light in my heart and peace in my chest.”
Benefits:
- Reduces negative thoughts
- Brings inner peace and tranquility
- Increases spiritual calmness
5. Dua for Overcoming Fear and Anxiety
Fear and anxiety can paralyze a person. This dua grants courage and calmness.
Arabic:
حَسْبُنَا اللَّهُ وَنِعْمَ الوَكِيلُ
Transliteration:
Hasbunallahu wa ni’mal wakeel.
English Translation:
“Allah is sufficient for us, and He is the best disposer of affairs.”
Benefits:
- Removes fear and worry
- Strengthens trust in Allah
- Brings calmness in difficult times
Final Thoughts
Anxiety and stress are part of life, but Islam provides powerful duas for relief. By reciting these supplications with sincerity and faith, one can experience peace, strength, and hope.
FAQs
The dua اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الهَمِّ وَالحُزْنِ… (Allahumma inni a’udhu bika minal-hammi…) is highly effective for anxiety and stress relief.
It is recommended to recite them daily after prayers or whenever you feel anxious or stressed.
Yes, you can recite the English translation for understanding, but reciting in Arabic holds more spiritual impact.
By consistently making dua for anxiety, one can develop emotional strength, peace of mind, and deeper faith. May Allah grant us all relief from stress and anxiety. Ameen!
