425. Dua of Depression
The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: The supplication of Dhun-Nun (Prophet Yunus) when he supplicated, while in the belly of the whale was:
Dua of Depression in Arabic
لَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا أَنْتَ سُبْحَانَكَ إِنِّي كُنْتُ مِنَ الظَّالِمِينَ
Dua of Depression English Transliteration
Laa 'ilaaha 'illaa 'Anta subhaanaka 'innee kuntu minadh-dhaalimeen
Dua of Depression English Translation
There is none worthy of worship but You, glory is to You. Surely, I was among the wrongdoers.
So indeed, no Muslim man supplicates with it for anything, ever, except Allah responds to him. [1]
Benefits of Remembrance of Allah (La ilaha illallah Dhikr)
This remembrance of Allah fills the heart with peace and brings Barakah in daily life, making every Muslim feel close to Allah with every word of dhikr and tasbih on the tongue.
- Allahu Akbar in this dhikr brings calm and keeps the heart away from waswasah.
- La ilaha illallahu wahdahu la sharika lahu gives strong Iman and Amal in life.
- Zikrullah with this best dhikr wipes away sins and brings Allah’s mercy closer.
- Tasbih and takbeer in this remembrance of Allah brings Barakah in every Amal.
- Saying la ilaha ilallah daily helps a Muslim get reward and peace from Allah.
When to Recite Dua of Depression
This dua of depression, la ilaha illa anta subhanaka, is a strong ayat e karima for asking Allah’s forgiveness, Barakah, and help when you feel lost, need mercy, or want to fix your Amal and Iman.
- After making a mistake, use the dua of depression for forgiveness and Allah’s mercy.
- When facing big problems, recite la ilaha illa anta subhanaka for relief and Barakah.
- In times of stress and anxiety, remember this dua for distress and peace in your heart.
- Before starting your day, make dua e yunus for protection from enemies and hardship.
- When feeling weak in Iman, turn to this most powerful dua for strength and repentance.
How to perform Dua of Depression
This dua of depression, known as the dua of Yunus, is a powerful quranic dua for anyone feeling sadness, stress, or needing forgiveness. It brings hope and helps you seek Allah’s mercy in times of hardship and problems.
- Begin by making fresh wudu and recite la ilaha illa anta subhanaka with full Iman.
- When you feel heavy with problems, say this dua for stress and anxiety from your heart.
- During namaz sujood, whisper this dua of depression to ask Allah for forgiveness.
- If you face enemies or fear, repeat ayat e karima as a Muslim prayer for protection.
- While walking alone or feeling lost, use this dua for all problems to find Barakah.
Summary
The dua of depression known as la ilaha illa anta subhanaka inni kuntu minadzolimin is a strong quranic dua from Surah Ambia 87 and is also called dua of Yunus or ayat e karima. This masnoon dua is recited by Muslims when facing stress and anxiety or any big problem. It is a best dua for forgiveness and repentance and is often used as a dua for distress and protection from enemies.
This Islamic dua teaches us to admit our mistakes and ask Allah for help and Barakah. Saying this dua in times of sadness brings hope and Iman. The main lesson is to trust Allah and keep making dua for all problems with a clean heart.