Duas in Times of Hardship – With Arabic, Transliteration, English & Audio
Duas and Dhikr / In Times of Hardship
Duas in Times of Hardship are heartfelt supplications that help you seek comfort, patience, and strength from Allah ﷻ during moments of distress.
In this section, you’ll find a curated selection of Duas. Each Dua is presented in Arabic, with easy-to-follow transliteration, a clear English translation, and audio to help you listen and learn correct pronunciation.
Duʿā — The Art of Calling Upon Allah
“Your Lord is shy and generous; He is shy to turn away the hands of His servant empty when he raises them to Him.” — Tirmidhi
The Meaning and Value of Duʿā
Duʿā is the essence of worship — the intimate conversation between the servant and his Lord. Through duʿā, a believer confesses weakness, acknowledges dependence, and seeks refuge in the One who never rejects a sincere heart.
«Call upon Me; I will respond to you.» (40:60)
- Understand what duʿā means and why it matters.
- Learn its etiquette (ādāb) and conditions.
- Memorize core duʿās from Qur’an and Sunnah.
- Practice daily; write your personal duʿās.
- Persist with patience (ṣabr) and certainty (yaqīn).
Etiquette of Duʿā (Ādāb al-Duʿā)
Approach with sincerity, humility, and hope. Begin with praise and send blessings upon the Prophet ﷺ.
Make your duʿā specific, hopeful, and free of harm or severing family ties.
Explore Duʿā Categories
Curated collections with Arabic, transliteration, translation, source, audio, and reflection.
Start and end your day in remembrance.
Words taught by Allah — concise, powerful.
Supplications of the Prophet ﷺ for every moment.
Comfort for hearts in trial.
Thankfulness, tranquility, and contentment.
Home, travel, eating, work, family, and more.
Duʿā Library (Sample)
رَبَّنَا آتِنَا فِي الدُّنْيَا حَسَنَةً وَفِي الآخِرَةِ حَسَنَةً وَقِنَا عَذَابَ النَّارِ
Rabbana ātinā fid-dunyā ḥasanah, wa fil-ākhirati ḥasanah, wa qinā ʿadhāban-nār.
“Our Lord, grant us good in this life and good in the Hereafter, and protect us from the punishment of the Fire.”
Source: «2:201»
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When Duʿā Is Most Accepted
How Allah Responds
Grant • Delay for better • Replace with greater good
- Immediate granting of the request
- Delayed to a wiser time
- Protection from harm or reward stored
“A supplicant is answered so long as he does not hasten.” — Muslim
My Duʿā Journal
Write your needs, gratitude, and hopes. Speak to Allah with honesty and persistence.
What do I need from Allah right now? What sins do I repent from? What blessings am I grateful for?
“He knows what is in the hearts before you even speak.” — 67:13
FAQ
Is any language allowed? Yes — Allah hears all languages. Arabic is virtuous, but sincerity is essential.
Do I need wudū’? Recommended for etiquette, not strictly required for general duʿā.
How long should I make duʿā? As long as your heart is present; better short with presence than long with heedlessness.
When feeling overwhelmed or anxious
Say during times of stress or when feeling pressured
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْهَمِّ وَالْحَزَنِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْعَجْزِ وَالْكَسَلِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْجُبْنِ وَالْبُخْلِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ غَلَبَةِ الدَّيْنِ وَقَهْرِ الرِّجَالِ
Allahumma inni a’udhu bika minal-hammi wal-hazan, wa a’udhu bika minal-‘ajzi wal-kasal, wa a’udhu bika minal-jubni wal-bukhl, wa a’udhu bika min ghalabatid-dayni wa qahri ar-rijal
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from worry and sorrow, from weakness and laziness, from cowardice and miserliness, and from being overcome by debt and overpowered by men.
When sad or depressed
Say when feeling helpless or in emotional pain, to affirm full trust in Allah
حَسْبِيَ اللَّهُ لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا هُوَ، عَلَيْهِ تَوَكَّلْتُ، وَهُوَ رَبُّ الْعَرْشِ الْعَظِيمِ
Hasbiyallahu la ilaha illa Huwa, ‘alayhi tawakkalt, wa Huwa Rabbul-‘Arshil-‘Aadhim
Allah is sufficient for me. There is no god ˹worthy of worship˺ except Him. In Him I put my trust. And He is the Lord of the Mighty Throne.
During severe distress, fear, danger
Say in times of extreme fear, danger, or distress, declaring Allah’s power and seeking safety
لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا اللَّهُ الْعَظِيمُ الْحَلِيمُ، لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا اللَّهُ رَبُّ الْعَرْشِ الْعَظِيمِ، لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا اللَّهُ رَبُّ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَرَبُّ الْأَرْضِ وَرَبُّ الْعَرْشِ الْكَرِيمِ
La ilaha illa Allah al-‘Aadhim al-Halim, la ilaha illa Allah Rabbul-‘Arshil-‘Aadhim, la ilaha illa Allah Rabbus-samawati wa Rabbul-ard, wa Rabbul-‘Arshil-Karim
There is no god but Allah, the Most Great, the Most Forbearing. There is no god but Allah, Lord of the Mighty Throne. There is no god but Allah, Lord of the heavens, Lord of the earth, and Lord of the Noble Throne.
When feeling hopeless or needing Allah’s mercy
Say when you feel vulnerable or lost, asking for guidance and mercy
اللَّهُمَّ رَحْمَتَكَ أَرْجُو، فَلَا تَكِلْنِي إِلَى نَفْسِي طَرْفَةَ عَيْنٍ، وَأَصْلِحْ لِي شَأْنِي كُلَّهُ، لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا أَنْتَ
Allahumma rahmataka arju, fala takilni ila nafsi tarfata ‘ayn, wa aslih li sha’ni kullahu, la ilaha illa Anta
O Allah, I hope for Your mercy. Do not leave me to myself even for the blink of an eye, and rectify all of my affairs. There is no deity except You.
Dua of prophet Yunus in times of hardship
Say when seeking forgiveness or trapped in hardship
لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا أَنْتَ سُبْحَانَكَ، إِنِّي كُنْتُ مِنَ الظَّالِمِينَ
La ilaha illa Anta subhanaka, inni kuntu mina adh-dhalimin
There is no deity but You, Glory be to You! Truly, I have been of the wrongdoers.
When in distress
Dua during moments of weakness or anxiety
اللَّهُمَّ رَحْمَتَكَ أَرْجُو، فَلَا تَكِلْنِي إِلَىٰ نَفْسِي طَرْفَةَ عَيْنٍ
Allahumma rahmataka arju, fala takilni ila nafsi tarfata ‘ayn
O Allah, I hope for Your mercy, so do not leave me to myself even for the blink of an eye.