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Monday - 19 October, 2026 6-Jumada Al Awwal-1448
Duas for Health

Dua for Depression and Distress

A powerful prophetic supplication for removing grief and replacing it with joy.

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught a comprehensive dua for when one is overcome by deep sadness or distress, specifically asking Allah to make the Quran the source of comfort for the heart.

Meaning and Explanation

This dua is a complete submission to Allah's will, asking Him to use the Quran to illuminate the soul and remove the darkness of depression and grief.

When to Recite

When feeling depressed, deeply sad, or experiencing a heavy heart.

How to Recite

Recite with deep contemplation, focusing on the majesty of Allah's names and the healing power of the Quran.

Important Notes

Clinical depression is a medical condition. While dua provides spiritual strength, seeking therapy and medical advice is a Sunnah (following the means).

Benefits

According to the Hadith, Allah will remove the grief of whoever says this and replace it with joy.
Content type: Hadith
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