In Islam, dua (supplication) is a profound act of worship that connects a believer directly with Allah. It is a moment of humility, hope, and trust, where one lays their deepest desires and fears before the Most Merciful. While Allah listens to His servants at all times, certain moments hold special significance—times when the gates of mercy are wide open, and the chances of acceptance are highest. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) guided us to these precious opportunities, emphasizing their immense spiritual value.
Understanding these divinely favoured times can transform our prayers from routine whispers into powerful, answered pleas. Whether it’s the stillness of the last third of the night, the sacred pause between the Adhan and Iqamah, or the blessed hour before sunset on Friday, each of these moments carries a unique promise from Allah. By aligning our supplications with these times, we not only follow the Sunnah but also increase the likelihood of our prayers being accepted, drawing closer to Allah’s infinite mercy and grace.
powerful Islamic prayers (duas) for cancer patients, including Quranic verses, Prophetic supplications, and spiritual remedies with translations:
1. Healing Dua from the Quran (Surah Al-Isra 17:82)
Arabic:
وَنُنَزِّلُ مِنَ ٱلْقُرْءَانِ مَا هُوَ شِفَآءٌ وَرَحْمَةٌ لِّلْمُؤْمِنِينَ
Transliteration:
“Wa nunazzilu minal-Qur’aani maa huwa shifaa’un wa rahmatun lil-mu’mineen.”
Meaning:
“We send down the Quran as healing and mercy for the believers.”
How to Use:
- Recite over water and let the patient drink it.
- Play Surah Al-Fatihah, Ayatul Kursi, and Surah Ar-Rahman near the patient.
2. Prophet Ayyub’s (AS) Dua for Illness (Quran 21:83)
Arabic:
أَنِّي مَسَّنِيَ ٱلضُّرُّ وَأَنتَ أَرْحَمُ ٱلرَّٰحِمِينَ
Transliteration:
“Annee massaniya-dhurru wa anta arhamur-raahimeen.”
Meaning:
“Indeed, adversity has touched me, and You are the Most Merciful of the merciful.”
Why Powerful:
Prophet Ayyub (AS) was cured from severe illness after this sincere plea.
3. Prophet’s (ﷺ) Ultimate Healing Dua (Sahih Bukhari 5742)
Arabic:
اللَّهُمَّ رَبَّ النَّاسِ، أَذْهِبِ الْبَاسَ، اشْفِهِ وَأَنْتَ الشَّافِي، لَا شِفَاءَ إِلَّا شِفَاؤُكَ، شِفَاءً لَا يُغَادِرُ سَقَمًا
Transliteration:
“Allahumma Rabban-nas, adhhibil-ba’s, ishfi wa antash-Shafi, la shifa’a illa shifa’uk, shifa’an la yughadiru saqama.”
Meaning:
“O Allah, Lord of mankind, remove this suffering. Heal them, for You are the Healer. There is no healing except Your healing, a healing that leaves no illness.”
How to Use:
- Place your right hand on the affected area and recite 7x.
- Blow lightly on the patient after reciting.
4. Surah Ash-Sharh (Relief + Hope) (Quran 94:5-6)
Arabic:
فَإِنَّ مَعَ ٱلْعُسْرِ يُسْرًا . إِنَّ مَعَ ٱلْعُسْرِ يُسْرًا
Meaning:
“So truly with hardship comes ease. Truly with hardship comes ease.”
Spiritual Benefit:
Reminds the patient that Allah never burdens a soul beyond its capacity.
5. Ruqyah for Cancer (Protection + Cure)
Recommended Surahs:
- Surah Al-Fatihah (7x) – The Greatest Healing Surah
- Ayatul Kursi (Quran 2:255) – Divine Protection
- Last 3 Surahs (Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq, An-Nas) – Spiritual Shield
Method:
- Recite over olive oil/zamzam water and apply to the body.
- Play these surahs in the patient’s room.
6. Dua for Patience & Strength (Quran 2:286)
Arabic:
رَبَّنَا وَلَا تُحَمِّلْنَا مَا لَا طَاقَةَ لَنَا بِهِ
Meaning:
“Our Lord, do not burden us with what we cannot bear.”
7. The Best Times to Make Dua for Cancer Patients
- Last Third of the Night (Tahajjud time)
- While Prostrating in Salah (Nearest to Allah)
- After Adhan & Before Iqamah
- When Breaking Fast (Iftar)
- During Rain (Mercy descends)
Spiritual Tips for Cancer Patients
✔ Increase Istighfar (Seek forgiveness) – “Allah will relieve your hardships.” (Quran 8:11)
✔ Give Sadaqah (Charity) – The Prophet (ﷺ) said charity repels illness.
✔ Pray Tahajjud – The night prayer is a powerful time for miracles.
✔ Recite “La hawla wa la quwwata illa billah” – For strength against pain.
May Allah grant complete shifa, ease the pain, and replace fear with hope. Ameen.
1. Surah Al-Fatihah (1:1-7) – The Opening
Arabic:
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ (1) الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ رَبِّ الْعَالَمِينَ (2) الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ (3) مَالِكِ يَوْمِ الدِّينِ (4) إِيَّاكَ نَعْبُدُ وَإِيَّاكَ نَسْتَعِينُ (5) اهْدِنَا الصِّرَاطَ الْمُسْتَقِيمَ (6) صِرَاطَ الَّذِينَ أَنْعَمْتَ عَلَيْهِمْ غَيْرِ الْمَغْضُوبِ عَلَيْهِمْ وَلَا الضَّالِّينَ (7)
English:
“In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. Praise be to Allah, Lord of all the worlds. The Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. Master of the Day of Judgment. You alone we worship, and You alone we ask for help. Guide us to the straight path—the path of those You have blessed, not of those who earn Your anger nor of those who go astray.”
Urdu:
“اللہ کے نام سے شروع جو بڑا مہربان نہایت رحم والا ہے۔ تمام تعریفیں اللہ کے لیے ہیں جو تمام جہانوں کا پالنے والا ہے۔ بڑا مہربان نہایت رحم والا۔ جزا کے دن کا مالک۔ ہم تیری ہی عبادت کرتے ہیں اور تجھ ہی سے مدد چاہتے ہیں۔ ہمیں سیدھے راستے پر چلا۔ ان لوگوں کے راستے پر جن پر تو نے انعام کیا، نہ کہ ان پر جن پر غضب ہوا اور نہ ہی گمراہوں کے راستے پر۔”
2. Ayat-ul-Kursi (2:255) – The Throne Verse
Arabic:
اللَّهُ لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا هُوَ الْحَيُّ الْقَيُّومُ ۚ لَا تَأْخُذُهُ سِنَةٌ وَلَا نَوْمٌ ۚ لَهُ مَا فِي السَّمَاوَاتِ وَمَا فِي الْأَرْضِ ۗ مَنْ ذَا الَّذِي يَشْفَعُ عِنْدَهُ إِلَّا بِإِذْنِهِ ۚ يَعْلَمُ مَا بَيْنَ أَيْدِيهِمْ وَمَا خَلْفَهُمْ ۖ وَلَا يُحِيطُونَ بِشَيْءٍ مِنْ عِلْمِهِ إِلَّا بِمَا شَاءَ ۚ وَسِعَ كُرْسِيُّهُ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضَ ۖ وَلَا يَئُودُهُ حِفْظُهُمَا ۚ وَهُوَ الْعَلِيُّ الْعَظِيمُ
English:
“Allah! There is no god but He—the Ever-Living, the Sustainer of all existence. Neither drowsiness nor sleep overtakes Him. To Him belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is on the earth. Who could possibly intercede with Him without His permission? He knows what is ahead of them and what is behind them, and no one can grasp any of His knowledge except what He wills. His Throne extends over the heavens and the earth, and their preservation tires Him not. For He is the Most High, the Greatest.”
Urdu:
“اللہ وہ ہے جس کے سوا کوئی معبود نہیں، ہمیشہ زندہ، سب کو سنبھالنے والا۔ نہ اسے اونگھ آتی ہے نہ نیند۔ آسمانوں اور زمین میں جو کچھ ہے سب اسی کا ہے۔ کون ہے جو اس کی اجازت کے بغیر اس کے پاس سفارش کر سکے؟ جو کچھ بندوں کے سامنے ہے اور جو کچھ پیچھے ہے سب اسے معلوم ہے۔ اور وہ اس کے علم میں سے کسی چیز کو نہیں جانتے مگر جو وہ چاہے۔ اس کی کرسی آسمانوں اور زمین کو گھیرے ہوئے ہے۔ اور ان کی حفاظت اسے تھکاتی نہیں۔ اور وہ بلند و برتر ہے، بڑی عظمت والا۔”
3. Surah Al-Ikhlas (112:1-4) – Purity of Faith
Arabic:
قُلْ هُوَ اللَّهُ أَحَدٌ (1) اللَّهُ الصَّمَدُ (2) لَمْ يَلِدْ وَلَمْ يُولَدْ (3) وَلَمْ يَكُنْ لَهُ كُفُوًا أَحَدٌ (4)
English:
“Say, ‘He is Allah, the One. Allah, the Eternal Refuge. He neither begets nor is born. Nor is there to Him any equivalent.’”
Urdu:
“کہہ دو کہ وہ اللہ ایک ہے۔ اللہ بے نیاز ہے۔ نہ اس کی کوئی اولاد ہے اور نہ وہ کسی کی اولاد ہے۔ اور کوئی اس کا ہمسر نہیں۔”
4. Surah Al-Falaq (113:1-5) – The Daybreak
Arabic:
قُلْ أَعُوذُ بِرَبِّ الْفَلَقِ (1) مِنْ شَرِّ مَا خَلَقَ (2) وَمِنْ شَرِّ غَاسِقٍ إِذَا وَقَبَ (3) وَمِنْ شَرِّ النَّفَّاثَاتِ فِي الْعُقَدِ (4) وَمِنْ شَرِّ حَاسِدٍ إِذَا حَسَدَ (5)
English:
“Say, ‘I seek refuge in the Lord of the daybreak. From the evil of what He has created. And from the evil of darkness when it settles. And from the evil of those who blow on knots. And from the evil of an envier when he envies.’”
Urdu:
“کہہ دو کہ میں صبح کے رب کی پناہ مانگتا ہوں۔ ہر اس چیز کے شر سے جو اس نے پیدا کی۔ اور اندھیری رات کے شر سے جب چھا جائے۔ اور گرہوں پر پھونکنے والیوں کے شر سے۔ اور حسد کرنے والے کے شر سے جب وہ حسد کرے۔”
5. Surah An-Nas (114:1-6) – Mankind
Arabic:
قُلْ أَعُوذُ بِرَبِّ النَّاسِ (1) مَلِكِ النَّاسِ (2) إِلَٰهِ النَّاسِ (3) مِنْ شَرِّ الْوَسْوَاسِ الْخَنَّاسِ (4) الَّذِي يُوَسْوِسُ فِي صُدُورِ النَّاسِ (5) مِنَ الْجِنَّةِ وَالنَّاسِ (6)
English:
“Say, ‘I seek refuge in the Lord of mankind. The Sovereign of mankind. The God of mankind. From the evil of the whispering retreater. Who whispers into the hearts of mankind. From among the jinn and mankind.’”
Urdu:
“کہہ دو کہ میں لوگوں کے رب کی پناہ مانگتا ہوں۔ لوگوں کے بادشاہ کی۔ لوگوں کے معبود کی۔ وسوسہ ڈالنے والے کے شر سے جو پیچھے ہٹ جانے والا ہے۔ جو لوگوں کے دلوں میں وسوسے ڈالتا ہے۔ خواہ وہ جنات میں سے ہو یا انسانوں میں سے۔”
6. Dua of Prophet Ayyub (AS) (21:83) – Patience in Illness
Arabic:
وَأَيُّوبَ إِذْ نَادَىٰ رَبَّهُ أَنِّي مَسَّنِيَ الضُّرُّ وَأَنتَ أَرْحَمُ الرَّاحِمِينَ
English:
“And [mention] Job, when he called to his Lord, ‘Indeed, adversity has touched me, and You are the Most Merciful of the merciful.’”
Urdu:
“اور ایوب (ع) کو یاد کرو، جب انہوں نے اپنے رب کو پکارا کہ مجھے تکلیف پہنچی ہے اور تو سب سے زیادہ رحم کرنے والا ہے۔”
7. Dua for Relief (94:5-6)
Arabic:
فَإِنَّ مَعَ الْعُسْرِ يُسْرًا (5) إِنَّ مَعَ الْعُسْرِ يُسْرًا (6)
English:
“So, surely with hardship comes ease. Surely with hardship comes ease.”
Urdu:
“پس یقیناً مشکل کے ساتھ آسانی ہے۔ بیشک مشکل کے ساتھ آسانی ہے۔”
8. Dua for Healing (26:80)
Arabic:
وَإِذَا مَرِضْتُ فَهُوَ يَشْفِينِ
English:
“And when I am ill, it is He who cures me.”
Urdu:
“اور جب میں بیمار ہوتا ہوں تو وہی مجھے شفا دیتا ہے۔”
9. Dua for Protection (3:173)
Arabic:
حَسْبُنَا اللَّهُ وَنِعْمَ الْوَكِيلُ
English:
“Sufficient for us is Allah, and [He is] the best Disposer of affairs.”
Urdu:
“ہمارے لیے اللہ کافی ہے اور وہی بہترین کارساز ہے۔”
10. Dua for Strength (20:25-28)
Arabic:
رَبِّ اشْرَحْ لِي صَدْرِي (25) وَيَسِّرْ لِي أَمْرِي (26) وَاحْلُلْ عُقْدَةً مِّن لِّسَانِي (27) يَفْقَهُوا قَوْلِي (28)
English:
“My Lord, expand my breast for me. And ease my task for me. And untie the knot from my tongue. That they may understand my speech.”
Urdu:
“اے میرے رب! میرے سینے کو کھول دے۔ اور میرے کام کو میرے لیے آسان کر دے۔ اور میری زبان کی گرہ کھول دے۔ تاکہ وہ میری بات سمجھ سکیں۔
A Prayer for Cancer Patients: May Allah Grant Them Full Recovery
Cancer is one of the most difficult tests a person can face—a trial of patience, faith, and trust in Allah’s wisdom. For those battling this illness, every day can be a struggle, but Allah never burdens a soul beyond what it can bear (Quran 2:286). As believers, we must turn to Allah in sincere prayer, seeking His healing, mercy, and strength for those suffering.
This article is a heartfelt dua (prayer) for cancer patients, asking Allah to ease their pain, grant them complete recovery, and bless them with patience and hope. May these words bring comfort to the sick and inspire those around them to keep praying.
1. A Healing Dua from the Quran
Allah says in the Quran:
وَإِذَا مَرِضْتُ فَهُوَ يَشْفِينِ
“And when I am ill, it is He who cures me.”
(Surah Ash-Shu’ara 26:80)
How to Use This Dua:
- Recite this verse over the patient with faith.
- Remind them that Allah alone is the Healer and that recovery is in His hands.
2. The Prophet’s (ﷺ) Dua for the Sick
The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) taught us this powerful supplication:
اللَّهُمَّ رَبَّ النَّاسِ، أَذْهِبِ الْبَاسَ، اشْفِهِ وَأَنْتَ الشَّافِي، لَا شِفَاءَ إِلَّا شِفَاؤُكَ، شِفَاءً لَا يُغَادِرُ سَقَمًا
“O Allah, Lord of mankind, remove the suffering. Cure them, for You are the Healer. There is no cure except Your cure, a cure that leaves no illness behind.”
(Sahih Bukhari 5742)
How to Use This Dua:
- Place your right hand on the affected area and recite this 7 times.
- Blow gently on the patient after reciting.
3. Surah for Healing & Protection
The Quran is a shifa (healing) for both body and soul. These surahs are especially beneficial:
A. Surah Al-Fatihah (The Opening)
- Known as “The Greatest Surah” (Sahih Bukhari).
- Recite it over water and let the patient drink it.
B. Ayatul Kursi (Quran 2:255)
- Protects against harm and brings divine healing.
C. The Last 3 Surahs (Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq, An-Nas)
- The Prophet (ﷺ) recited them for protection and cure.
Method:
- Recite these surahs daily over the patient.
- Play them in the room where the patient rests.
4. Dua for Patience & Strength
Cancer is not just a physical battle—it’s an emotional and spiritual one. Teach the patient this dua from the Quran:
رَبَّنَا أَفْرِغْ عَلَيْنَا صَبْرًا وَثَبِّتْ أَقْدَامَنَا
“Our Lord, pour upon us patience and make our steps firm.”
(Quran 2:250)
Encourage Them With:
- Every pain erases sins (Sahih Muslim 2571).
- Allah rewards patience with Paradise (Quran 39:10).
5. Best Times to Pray for Recovery
At certain times, the chances of a dua being accepted:
1 Last Third of the Night (Tahajjud time)
2 Between Adhan & Iqamah
3 While Prostrating in Salah
4 After Obligatory Prayers
5 When Breaking Fast (Iftar Time)
6. How You Can Help a Cancer Patient
- Visit Them & Pray for Them – The Prophet (ﷺ) said visiting the sick earns great rewards.
- Give Sadaqah (Charity) on Their Behalf – Charity repels calamities.
- Remind Them of Allah’s Mercy – Share stories of Prophets who overcame illness.
- Avoid Negative Words – Speak hope and trust in Allah’s plan.
Final Prayer for All Cancer Patients
“O Allah, the Most Merciful, lift their suffering, strengthen their body, ease their pain, and grant them complete shifa. Replace their fear with hope, their weakness with strength, and their illness with perfect health. Ameen.”
May Allah grant every cancer patient a full recovery and bless them with a long, healthy life.
Conclusion
Cancer is a tremendous trial, but it is also an opportunity to draw closer to Allah, seek His mercy, and strengthen faith. Allah does not burden a soul beyond what it can bear (Quran 2:286), and with every hardship comes ease (Quran 94:5-6). For those battling this illness, remember:
- Allah is the Ultimate Healer—no disease exists without a cure except by His decree.
- Patience is rewarded—every moment of pain erases sins and elevates rank in Paradise.
- Dua is a weapon of the believer—never stop asking Allah for healing, relief, and strength.
To the families and loved ones of cancer patients: Your support, prayers, and encouragement mean everything. Continue making dua, giving charity on their behalf, and reminding them of Allah’s infinite mercy.
May Allah grant all cancer patients a full recovery, ease their suffering, and replace their pain with healing, hope, and blessings. Ameen.