Life isn’t always easy. We all go through ups and downs - fear, loss, illness, anxiety… the list goes on. Behind every smiling face, there is an untold story of hardships. However, in Islam, we are gifted with one spiritual resource that is Sabr (patience). As Muslims, we are taught to bear patience whenever things get tough. But let’s be honest, sometimes it becomes difficult to practise patience during tough times.
So, what can we do about this? How can we ask Allah to help us bear patience when facing hard times? In this blog, we will help you discover powerful duas (supplications) for patience you can read to seek Allah’s help in times of hardships.
What Is Sabr?
If you translate Sabr to English, it generally means patience. However, Sabr in Islam is so much more than that. Sabr is when you hold on to your Deen (religion), it is when you trust Allah’s plan, no matter the situation. It is when you guard yourself against sins. It is when you hold on to your love to Allah whenever you face pain. It is showing obedience to Allah when afflictions fall upon you.
Sabr is a huge blessing that we must cherish and remind ourselves that Allah is with the patient (2:153). In the Quran, patience is praised as one of the greatest virtues. It teaches us that every hardship comes with ease, and by being patient, we can earn Allah’s rewards and blessings.
It is mentioned in the Quran,
“And We will surely test you with something of fear and hunger and a loss of wealth and lives and fruits, but give good tidings to the patient.”
(Surah Al-Baqarah, verse 155)
What The Quran Says About Patience
The Quran places great importance on Sabr (patience). Many Quranic verses encourage us to remain patient and steadfast during tough times. These verses remind us that Allah loves those who show patience, and He promises many rewards for them in both this world and the Hereafter.
Allah Says in the Quran,
“It is they who will be rewarded with (elevated) mansions (in Paradise) for their patience, and will be received with salutations and (greetings of) peace.”
(Surah Al-Furqan, verse 75)
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What The Prophet (PBUH) Said About Patience
Our Prophet (PBUH) faced severe challenges throughout his life. He lost many of his loved ones. He was an orphan when he was born and lost his mother at a very young age. He even lost his spouse and children, yet he remained patient. Throughout his journey of prophethood, his own people insulted him, calling him a magician and a madman, forced him to migrate and some even plotted to kill him. Despite all this, he kept on teaching people about Islam.
We can learn from the example of the Prophet (PBUH) and his remarkable practice of Sabr (patience). His example teaches us how to respond to our own difficulties with patience and resilience. There are many Hadiths that highlight the importance and beauty of patience in Islam. One of them states:
“… and he who remains patient, Allah will bestow patience upon him, and he who is satisfied with what he has, Allah will make him self-sufficient. And there is no gift better and vast (you may be given) than patience.”
(Sahih Bukhari, 6470)
6 Best Duas For Patience (Sabr)
Let’s explore the best duas (supplications) for patience you can read when facing calamity and hardships:
1. Dua For Patience And Steadfastness
This verse from the Quran is a powerful dua that we can recite to stay patient in times of difficulty. It describes a moment when Prophet Dawud’s (David) A.S army faced the forces of Jalut (Goliath). They turned to Allah and asked for patience, courage, and victory.
This supplication teaches us that we should rely on Allah’s strength and stay firm in times of challenge.
قَالُوا۟ رَبَّنَآ أَفْرِغْ عَلَيْنَا صَبْرًۭا وَثَبِّتْ أَقْدَامَنَا وَٱنصُرْنَا عَلَى ٱلْقَوْمِ ٱلْكَـٰفِرِينَ
Qaaloo rabbanaa afrigh 'alainaa sabran wa sabbit aqdaamanaa wansurnaa 'alal qawmil kaafireen
“…they prayed, Our Lord! Shower us with perseverance, make our steps firm, and give us victory over the disbelieving people.”
(Surah Al-Baqarah, verse 250)
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2. Dua For Resilience In Difficult Time
This powerful dua from Surah Al-A’raf is a plea for strength during hard times. It was recited by the magicians who, after believing in Prophet Musa (A.S), asked Allah for patience and to die as true believers. It encourages us to seek His help to stay strong and patient through life's challenges.
رَبَّنَآ أَفْرِغْ عَلَيْنَا صَبْرًۭا وَتَوَفَّنَا مُسْلِمِينَ
Rabbana afrigh 'alayna sabran wa tawaffana muslimeen
“Our Lord! Shower us with patience, and let us die while submitting (to You).”
(Surah Al-A’raf, verse 126)
3. Dua For Patience And Strength
In moments of hardship, we often feel as if we are the only ones facing this much sadness and feel overwhelmed. But this powerful dua reminds us that Allah never places a burden on us greater than we can bear. Reciting this dua will help you seek His mercy, forgiveness, and the patience to endure life's trials with faith.
رَبَّنَا لَا تُؤَاخِذْنَآ إِن نَّسِينَآ أَوْ أَخْطَأْنَا ۚ رَبَّنَا وَلَا تَحْمِلْ عَلَيْنَآ إِصْرًۭا كَمَا حَمَلْتَهُۥ عَلَى ٱلَّذِينَ مِن قَبْلِنَا ۚ رَبَّنَا وَلَا تُحَمِّلْنَا مَا لَا طَاقَةَ لَنَا بِهِۦ ۖ وَٱعْفُ عَنَّا وَٱغْفِرْ لَنَا وَٱرْحَمْنَآ ۚ أَنتَ مَوْلَىٰنَا فَٱنصُرْنَا عَلَى ٱلْقَوْمِ ٱلْكَـٰفِرِينَ
Rabbanaa wa laa tahmil 'alainaa isran kamaa hamaltahoo 'alal lazeena min qablinaa; Rabbanaa wa laa tuhammilnaa maa laa taaqata lanaa bih; wa'fu 'annaa waghfir lanaa warhamnaa; Anta mawlaanaa fansurnaa 'alal qawmil kaafireen.
“Our Lord! Do not punish us if we forget or make a mistake. Our Lord! Do not place a burden on us like the one you placed on those before us. Our Lord! Do not burden us with what we cannot bear. Pardon us, forgive us, and have mercy on us. You are our only Guardian. So grant us victory over the disbelieving people.”
(Surah Al-Baqarah, verse 285-286)
This verse from Surah Al-Baqarah holds great importance in Islam. It was one of three gifts that Allah gave to the Prophet (PBUH) during Isra Wal Mi’raj (Night journey). (Sunan an-Nasa'i 451)
4. Dua For Patience And Forgiveness
This dua from Surah Al-Imran reminds us to seek Allah’s help in tough times. This is the prayer of believers seeking Allah’s forgiveness and perseverance.
وَمَا كَانَ قَوْلَهُمْ إِلَّآ أَن قَالُوا۟ رَبَّنَا ٱغْفِرْ لَنَا ذُنُوبَنَا وَإِسْرَافَنَا فِىٓ أَمْرِنَا وَثَبِّتْ أَقْدَامَنَا وَٱنصُرْنَا عَلَى ٱلْقَوْمِ ٱلْكَـٰفِرِينَ
Wama kana qawlahum illa an qaloo rabbana ighfir lana dhunubana wa israfana fi amrina wathabbit aqdamana wansurna 'ala al-qawmil kafireen
“All they said was, Our Lord, forgive us our sins and our excesses. Make our feet firm, and give us help against the disbelievers.”
(Surah Al-Imran, verse 147)
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5. Dua For Anger
When you feel angry, it is important to turn to Allah and seek His help to control it. Here is the dua we can recite to calm our hearts and seek patience during anger.
It is narrated that when Aisha (R.A) would become angry, the Prophet (PBUH) would stroke her nose and suggest her to say this:
اَللّٰهُمَّ رَبَّ مُحَمَّدٍ اغْفِرْ لِيْ ذَنْبِيْ ، وَأَذْهِبْ غَيْظَ قَلْبِيْ ، وَأَعِذْنِيْ مِنْ مُضِلَّاتِ الْفِتَنِ
Allahumma Rabba Muhammadin, ighfir li dhanbi, wa adhhib ghaydha qalbi, wa a'idhni min mudhillatil fitan
“O Allah, Lord of Muhammad (PBUH) forgive my sins, remove the anger of my heart and protect me from misleading trials.”
(Ibn Al-Sunni, 456)
6. Dua For Seeking Allah’s Help Through Prayer And Patience
When we face tough times in life, it’s important to trust that Allah is always there to help us. We need to bear patience and ask for His support through our prayers.
It is mentioned in the Quran,
وَٱسْتَعِينُوا۟ بِٱلصَّبْرِ وَٱلصَّلَوٰةِ ۚ وَإِنَّهَا لَكَبِيرَةٌ إِلَّا عَلَى ٱلْخَـٰشِعِينَ
Wasta'eenu bis-sabri was-salaah, wa innaha lakabeeratun illa 'alal-khaashi'een
“And seek help through patience and prayer. Indeed, it is a burden except for the humble.”
(Surah Al-Baqarah, verse 45)
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Conclusion
We all agree that life is full of challenges and hardships, but those who remain patient are truly beloved to Allah. When you feel overwhelmed, hopeless, or impatient, turn to Allah for help by reciting these duas (supplications) for patience and strength. May Allah ease our difficulties and guide us on the right path.
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