The Quran records the heartfelt prayer of Prophet Ayyub (Job) عليه السلام when he faced severe affliction, loss, and illness, turning humbly to Allah for His infinite mercy.
أَنِّي مَسَّنِيَ الضُّرُّ وَأَنْتَ أَرْحَمُ الرَّاحِمِينَ
Anni massaniyad-durru wa anta arhamur-rahimin.
Indeed, adversity has touched me, and You are the Most Merciful of the merciful.
Quran — The Holy Quran — Surah Al-Anbiya 21:83
Authenticity: Quranic supplication
Meaning and Explanation
The supplication presents one's state of hardship with polite vulnerability without complaining against Allah's decree, relying entirely on His boundless mercy.
When to Recite
During chronic illness, severe trials, loss of wealth or health, and prolonged difficulty.
How to Recite
Recite with deep humility, absolute trust, and patience, appealing to Allah's attribute of Supreme Mercy.
Important Notes
This is a direct Quranic supplication from Surah Al-Anbiya (21:83). Allah answered Prophet Ayyub's prayer immediately by removing his distress and restoring his health and family.
Benefits
Inspires profound patience (Sabr), relieves emotional and physical suffering, and opens the door to divine relief and healing.
Additional Duas
Content type: Quran
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dua for hardship
hardship dua
difficulty dua
Ayyub dua
illness dua
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Prophet Ayyub (AS) did not demand or complain; rather, he simply stated his condition ('Adversity has touched me') and praised Allah's mercy ('You are the Most Merciful'), showing supreme etiquette (Adab) in Dua.
In Surah Al-Anbiya (21:84), Allah states: 'So We responded to him and removed what was of affliction upon him, and We gave him back his family and the like of them with them as mercy from Us.'