Visiting the Sick in Islam (عيادة المريض)

Suyuti1 · Jun 09, 2025, 03:49 PM

Visiting the sick (ʿiyādat al-marīḍ) is a powerful Sunnah in Islam that strengthens bonds of brotherhood, brings comfort to the ill, and earns immense reward from Allah. It reflects compassion, empathy, and a sense of community.

The Prophet ﷺ said:

"مَن عَادَ مَرِيضًا أَوْ زَارَ أَخًا لَهُ فِي اللَّهِ نَادَاهُ مُنَادٍ: أَنْ طِبْتَ وَطَابَ مَمْشَاكَ، وَتَبَوَّأْتَ مِنَ الْجَنَّةِ مَنْزِلًا"
"Whoever visits a sick person or a brother in Islam, a caller calls out: 'You have done well, your walk is blessed, and you have prepared for yourself a place in Paradise.'"
— Sunan al-Tirmidhi (2008)

Allah says:

وَيَطُوفُ عَلَيْهِمْ وِلْدَٰنٌۭ مُّخَلَّدُونَ • بِأَكْوَابٍۢ وَأَبَارِيقَ
("And there will circulate among them [servant] boys eternally [youthful] with cups and pitchers...") — Though metaphorical, this reminds us of Allah's rewards to those who serve others.
— Surah Al-Wāqiʿah (56:17–18)

Ali ibn Abi Talib (RA) would always sit, speak kindly, and make du'a when visiting the sick, reminding them of Allah's mercy and patience in trials.

A short visit, a heartfelt du'a, and a kind word can bring immense joy and healing.

Visiting the Sick in Islam (عيادة المريض)

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