3 Virtues of Reciting Surah Al-Fatihah, a Healer and Soother in Times of Anxiety

Surah Al-Fatihah holds a special position as the most noble surah in the Quran. In a hadith narrated by Imam Ahmad, the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, "Alhamdulillahi rabbil 'alamin, that is the seven oft-repeated verses and the great Quran that was given to me." This surah encompasses the core teachings of Islam and is considered a summary of the Quran's content. Another virtue is that Al-Fatihah is a requirement for the validity of prayer. The Prophet (peace be upon him) emphasized, "Indeed, the prayer of one who does not recite it is not valid" (HR. Ahmad). In every rak'ah, a Muslim renews the pledge of servitude through the verse "It is You we worship and You we ask for help." Surah Al-Fatihah is also known as a healing prayer. According to Ibn Qayyim, this surah is a perfect ruqyah that can dispel sadness, anxiety, and fear. Many Muslims recite it when visiting the sick or facing anxiety as an inner effort. https://mozaik.inilah.com/dakwah/keutamaan-membaca-surat-al-fatihah