Grief after losing someone or experiencing hardship can be overwhelming. Islam encourages patience, dua and reliance upon Allah.
إِنَّا لِلَّهِ وَإِنَّا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُونَ، اللَّهُمَّ أْجُرْنِي فِي مُصِيبَتِي، وَأَخْلِفْ لِي خَيْرًا مِنْهَا
Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un. Allahumma-jurni fi musibati, wakhluf li khayran minha.
Indeed, we belong to Allah, and indeed to Him we will return. O Allah, reward me in my affliction and replace it with something better.
Hadith — Sahih al-Bukhari and Sahih Muslim — Supplication during hardship and grief
Authenticity: Authentic
Meaning and Explanation
This declaration reminds believers that life and return are ultimately to Allah, asking Him for reward in patience and a better outcome.
When to Recite
When experiencing loss, death of a loved one, or any major calamity.
How to Recite
Recite with a heart that accepts Allah’s decree while seeking His mercy and reward.
Important Notes
Grief is natural; even the Prophet ﷺ wept. Seeking emotional support is appropriate and encouraged.
Benefits
Patience, acceptance, hope, and the promise of a better replacement from Allah.
Content type: Hadith
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