Ya Hayyu Ya Qayyum Ritual for Hardships
This istighatha ritual is designed to seek relief from life's hardships and distress by turning to Allah's attributes of eternal life and sustenance. It includes an opening intention, reciting the supplication 33 times, and a closing prayer for ease and comfort.
Intention for Istighatha and Healing
Take a deep breath, turn your heart to the Creator, and make your intention:
"O Allah; against the great hardships and distresses I face, I take refuge in Your infinite power and in Your attributes of Al-Hayy and Al-Qayyum, who sustain all things. Do not turn away empty these hands I have raised seeking only Your pleasure; grant a remedy for my hardships and ease in my affairs. Save me from the feeling of loneliness and helplessness, and comfort me with Your grace."
Ya Hayyü ya Kayyum (33 times)
Arabic
يَا حَيُّ يَا قَيُّومُ بِرَحْمَتِكَ أَسْتَغِيثُ
Transliteration
Ya Hayyü ya Kayyumü bi-rahmetike esteğis
Meaning
O Ever-Living, O Sustainer, by Your mercy I seek help
Recitation count: 33 times
It is an istighatha supplication described as a remedy for great hardships. (Source: Tirmidhi)
Supplication for Attaining Remedy
"My Lord; accept the dhikr and supplications I have made in Your presence. Take away the heaviness within me and open doors of auspicious exit for me in every area of my life. Do not leave my prayers unanswered, all praise is due to Allah."
Frequently asked questions
How many times is the dhikr recited in this ritual?
The dhikr 'Ya Hayyü ya Kayyumü bi-rahmetike esteğis' is recited 33 times.
What is the meaning of the recited supplication?
The supplication means 'O Ever-Living, O Sustainer, by Your mercy I seek help.'
What is the purpose of this ritual?
It is an istighatha program to seek refuge in Allah's power, asking for ease in affairs, removal of heaviness, and a remedy for life's distresses.