Authentic Duas for Relief from Worry and Sadness

Discover authentic supplications from the Sunnah for relief from anxiety, sadness, and distress, including the famous dua for removing grief.

  Thu , August 06 2026 / 08:36 PM Updated At: 2026-08-06 20:36:24

Islam encourages believers to turn to Allah through sincere supplication during times of hardship. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) taught several authentic prayers that bring comfort, hope, and peace of mind.

The Great Dua for Removing Worry

One of the greatest prophetic supplications begins with:

"O Allah, I am Your servant, the son of Your servant..."

It asks Allah to make the Qur'an the comfort of the heart, the light of the chest, the remover of sorrow, and the reliever of worries.

Seeking Refuge from Worry

The Prophet frequently prayed:

"O Allah, I seek refuge in You from anxiety and sorrow, weakness and laziness, miserliness and cowardice, the burden of debt, and being overpowered by people."

The Dua of Prophet Yunus

The famous supplication is:

"There is no deity except You. Glory be to You. Indeed, I have been among the wrongdoers."

This prayer is known as one of the greatest supplications for relief from distress.

Supplication During Severe Distress

Another authentic prayer is:

"There is no god but Allah, the Most Great, the Most Forbearing..."

It reminds believers to place complete trust in Allah during hardship.

Prayer for Mercy and Guidance

The Prophet also taught:

"O Allah, it is Your mercy that I hope for, so do not leave me to myself even for the blink of an eye, and set right all of my affairs."

What is the best dua for removing sadness?

The dua beginning with "O Allah, I am Your servant..." is among the most recommended.

What did the Prophet say when feeling worried?

He sought refuge in Allah from worry, sadness, laziness, debt, and weakness.

What is the Dua of Prophet Yunus?

"There is no deity except You. Glory be to You. Indeed, I have been among the wrongdoers."

Can dua relieve anxiety and hardship?

Yes. Islam teaches that sincere supplication, along with patience and trust in Allah, is among the greatest means of finding relief.

Aug 06
دعاء  للمريض بالشفاء

Learn the authentic supplications Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) recited during illness and the recommended prayers for healing found in the Sunnah.

Aug 06
الشيخ محمد كمال

A Dar Al-Ifta official explained that sprinkling water after cleaning is permissible if done moderately, but wasting water is considered extravagance in Islam.

Aug 06
الزي المدرسي للطالبات

Deirut Preparatory and Secondary Al-Azhar Girls Institute has announced its official school uniform policy, requiring the white closed khimar and banning slippers, open shoes, and headscarves.

Aug 06
تربية الأبناء

Dar Al-Ifta Secretary Sheikh Mohamed Kamal explains how families can preserve children's identity through good role models, patriotism, and preserving the Arabic language amid growing cultural openness.