This is among the briefest yet most powerful duas for distress and anxiety, calling upon Allah by two of His greatest names — the Ever-Living, the Sustainer — and seeking relief through His mercy alone.
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يَا حَيُّ يَا قَيُّومُ بِرَحْمَتِكَ أَسْتَغِيثُ.
Ya hayyu ya qayyoomu birahmatika astagheeth.
📖 Virtue (Arabic source text)
كان النبي صلى الله عليه وسلم إذا حَزَبَهُ (اشتد عليه) أمرٌ قال ذلك.
رواه الترمذي، وحسنه الألباني
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Meaning
O Ever-Living, O Sustainer of all existence, by Your mercy I seek relief.
When to recite
The Prophet ﷺ used to say this dua whenever a matter weighed heavily upon him. It is recommended during severe crises and pressing situations.
About this dhikr
This dhikr is part of Distress & Anxiety Duas as documented in Hisnul Muslim (Fortress of the Muslim), and is recited 1 time.
How many times should this dhikr be recited?
This dhikr is recited 1 time, as narrated in Hisnul Muslim. Use the smart counter on this page to track your repetitions.
When did the Prophet ﷺ say 'O Ever-Living, O Sustainer'?
He said it whenever a matter became overwhelming for him, making it one of the strongest duas for distress and anxiety that he turned to.
Why are the names 'Ever-Living' and 'Sustainer' singled out in this dua?
Because they together encompass every attribute of perfection: Allah's complete self-sufficient life and His sustaining of all else, making Him the most fitting one to seek relief from.
Can this dua be repeated during hardship?
Yes, it is recommended to repeat it until a sense of calm is felt, and you can track how many times you recite it with the smart counter on this page.