Visiting the Sick
بیمار کی عیادت
Arabic
اللَّهُمَّ أَشْفِهِ، اللَّهُمَّ أَشْفِهِ، اللَّهُمَّ أَشْفِهِ
Urdu Translation
اللہ! اسے شفا دے، اللہ! اسے شفا دے، اللہ! اسے شفا دے
Transliteration
Allahumma ashfihi, Allahumma ashfihi, Allahumma ashfihi
English Translation
O Allah, heal him. O Allah, heal him. O Allah, heal him.
📚 Source: Muslim 2/720, Hisnul Muslim
About health duas
Supplications connected to wellbeing, illness and recovery, including words said when visiting or praying for someone who is sick.
Muslims say them for themselves or for others. They are a form of prayer and sit alongside, not in place of, seeking proper medical treatment.
About the source
It is reported in Sahih al-Bukhari and/or Sahih Muslim, the two hadith collections that scholars rank highest for authenticity. The reference also cites Hisnul Muslim (Fortress of the Muslim), the popular compilation of daily supplications.
Translations are provided for understanding. For the ruling or recommended timing of any dua, consult a qualified scholar. See our sources and methodology.
Frequently asked questions
What does Visiting the Sick mean in English?
O Allah, heal him. O Allah, heal him. O Allah, heal him.
Where is Visiting the Sick reported from?
The reference given for this dua is Muslim 2/720, Hisnul Muslim. It is reported in Sahih al-Bukhari and/or Sahih Muslim, the two hadith collections that scholars rank highest for authenticity. The reference also cites Hisnul Muslim (Fortress of the Muslim), the popular compilation of daily supplications.
When is Visiting the Sick recited?
This dua belongs to the health group of supplications. Muslims say them for themselves or for others. They are a form of prayer and sit alongside, not in place of, seeking proper medical treatment.