Duʿā is described as “the weapon of the believer,” but a weapon’s effectiveness coincides with the skill of the person using it. However, our goal is not simply that you learn how or when to say a duʿāʾ. You might find many of them in other books of duʿāʾ and mobile apps.

In total there are sixteen (16) supplications in this small booklet. The Prophet ﷺ said, “The most beloved deeds to Allah are those that are the most consistent, even if they are few.” 5 We will then follow with supplications that are specific for relief and protection from illnesses. Our goal is to build a habit of saying these prayers even after Allah ends the current pandemic by His Grace and Mercy. We will begin with the first type, which are general supplications for protection from evil. There are two kinds of supplications related to hardships, illnesses, and epidemics. It is the enemy of calamity it repels it, cures it, prevents its occurrence, and alleviates it or reduces it if it befalls. Ibn al-Qayyim said, “ Duʿāʾ is one of the most beneficial remedies. The importance of supplication to Allah cannot be overstated. It also draws awareness to the fact that they did not humble themselves when punishment came.” 3 May Allah protect us from hard hearts and the delusion of Shayṭān!īy subscribing, you agree to our Privacy Policy 671 AH), said, “This is (divine) reproach for abandoning supplication. The famous scholar of tafsīr, Muḥammad ibn Aḥmad al-Qurṭubī (d. But their hearts hardened, and Shaytan made their deeds appear good to them. Translation: If only, when Our calamity came upon them, they humbled themselves. During times of hardship and suffering, it is even more important that we humbly beg Allah for His comfort and protection. The Prophet ﷺ said, “ Duʿāʾ is the essence of worship,” 1 meaning that it is the ultimate expression of one’s humility and submissiveness.

Asking Allah for help is one of the best ways we can come closer to Him and express our vulnerability and need for Him.

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