473. Dua for Sneezing When Kafir Sneezes
Dua for Sneezing in Arabic
يَهْدِيكُمُ اللَّهُ وَيُصْلِحُ بَالَكُم
Dua for Sneezing English Transliteration
Yahdeekum-ullaahu wa yuslihu baalakum
Dua for Sneezing English Translation
May Allah guide you and set your affairs in order.
Narrated Abu Musa Ashari (RA): The Jews used to come to the Prophet (ﷺ) and sneeze. They hoped that the Prophet (ﷺ) would say for them ‘Yar’ hamukalla-hu (may Allah have mercy on you!) But the Prophet (ﷺ) would say- (the above prayer)
Hadith about the Dua
Arabic Text
حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ بَشَّارٍ، حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ الرَّحْمَنِ بْنُ مَهْدِيٍّ، حَدَّثَنَا سُفْيَانُ، عَنْ حَكِيمِ بْنِ دَيْلَمَ، عَنْ أَبِي بُرْدَةَ بْنِ أَبِي مُوسَى، عَنْ أَبِي مُوسَى، قَالَ كَانَ الْيَهُودُ يَتَعَاطَسُونَ عِنْدَ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم يَرْجُونَ أَنْ يَقُولَ لَهُمْ يَرْحَمُكُمُ اللَّهُ . فَيَقُولُ " يَهْدِيكُمُ اللَّهُ وَيُصْلِحُ بَالَكُمْ " . وَفِي الْبَابِ عَنْ عَلِيٍّ وَأَبِي أَيُّوبَ وَسَالِمِ بْنِ عُبَيْدٍ وَعَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ جَعْفَرٍ وَأَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ . قَالَ أَبُو عِيسَى هَذَا حَدِيثٌ حَسَنٌ صَحِيحٌ .
Narrated Abu Musa: The Jews used to sneeze in the presence of the Prophet (ﷺ) hoping that he would say: 'Yarhamukumullah (May Allah have mercy upon you).' So he said: 'Yahdikumullahu Wa Yuslihu Balakum (May Allah guide you and rectify your affairs).'" [Sahih (Albani). Tirmidhi: 2739]
Benefits of Dua for Quran Guidance and Healing
This dua from Surah Fussilat brings hope and healing, showing how the Quran guides believers, gives shifa, and helps hearts find light and health in every part of life.
- Quranic healing from Surah Fussilat brings shifa to sick person and heart.
- Dua for guidance in this ayat helps muslims stay on the right path always.
- Shifa ki dua from Quran gives health and cure by Allah’s mercy and power.
- Ruqyah and ayat e shifa protect from jahannam and keep Iman strong.
- This dua for healing brings peace and forgiveness for every muslim’s Amal.
When to Recite Dua For Non Muslim
This dua for non muslim after sneezing is a gentle way to ask Allah for hidayah and Barakah, showing kindness and wishing good for all, even when sharing simple moments in daily Amal.
- When a non muslim sneezes and says words of praise, reply with this dua for guidance.
- In a group where kafir sneezes, use yahdikumullah to wish them hidayah and ease.
- During work or school, if a non muslim sneezes, quietly say this dua for non muslim.
- While walks on road, if a kafir sneezes near you, make this dua for their affairs.
- At family events with non muslims, use this sneeze dua to show kindness and Barakah.
How to perform Dua for Non Muslim Sneezing
This dua for non muslim is a kind way to ask Allah for hidayah and goodness for others. It shows the beauty of islamic duas and teaches us to wish well for everyone, even when they are not Muslim.
- When a non muslim sneezes and says any praise, softly reply with yahdikumullah wa yuslihu baalakum.
- If you hear a kafir sneeze, use this dua for guidance to ask Allah to guide them.
- Sitting in a group, remember to use this sneeze dua for non muslims to show good manners.
- After hearing a non muslim sneeze, make this masnun dua to wish for their affairs to be set right.
- While teaching kids, explain this dua for sneezing so they learn to use islamic prayers for all.
Summary
The dua for non muslim after sneezing is called Yahdikumullah. This Islamic dua is said when a non-Muslim sneezes, asking Allah to give them hidayah and fix their matters. The words mean May Allah guide you and set your affairs in order. It is a masnoon dua found in Tirmidhi and is part of the Sunnah to show kindness to all.
This dua for guidance teaches Muslims to make good Amal and show care even to non-Muslims. Saying this dua for sneezing brings Barakah and follows the way of the Prophet. It reminds us that dua in Islam is for everyone and helps build peace.