Sabr, or patience, is one of the most emphasized virtues in Islam. It is mentioned throughout the Quran as a key trait that helps believers navigate life’s challenges, maintain faith, and seek Allah’s pleasure. Reflecting on Quranic verses on sabr not only strengthens spiritual resilience but also guides responding calmly and wisely to trials.
In this article, we will explore 25 powerful Quranic verses on sabr, their significance, and practical ways to embody this virtue in daily life.
Table of Contents
1. Indeed, Allah is with the Patient
Arabic:
إِنَّ اللَّهَ مَعَ الصَّابِرِينَ
Transliteration:
Inna Allaha ma’a as-sabireen
Translation:
“Indeed, Allah is with the patient.” (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:153)
2. So Be Patient
Arabic:
فَاصْبِرْ إِنَّ وَعْدَ اللَّهِ حَقٌّ
Transliteration:
Fasbir inna wa’da Allahi haqq
Translation:
“So be patient. Indeed, the promise of Allah is true.” (Surah Ar-Rum 30:60)
3. Trials Are a Part of Life
Arabic:
وَلَنَبْلُوَنَّكُمْ بِشَيْءٍ مِّنَ الْخَوْفِ وَالْجُوعِ وَنَقْصٍ مِّنَ الْأَمْوَالِ وَالْأَنْفُسِ وَالثَّمَرَاتِ وَبَشِّرِ الصَّابِرِينَ
Transliteration:
Wa lanabluwannakum bishay’in minal-khawfi wal-joo’i wa naqsil-amwali wal-anfusi wath-thamarat wa bashshir as-sabireen.
Translation:
“And We will surely test you with something of fear and hunger and a loss of wealth and lives and fruits, but give good tidings to the patient.” (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:155)
4. Seek Help Through Patience and Prayer
Arabic:
وَاسْتَعِينُوا بِالصَّبْرِ وَالصَّلَاةِ وَإِنَّهَا لَكَبِيرَةٌ إِلَّا عَلَى الْخَاشِعِينَ
Transliteration:
Wa ista’eenoo bis-sabri was-salati wa innaha lakabeeratun illa ‘alal-khashi’een
Translation:
“And seek help through patience and prayer; and indeed, it is difficult except for the humbly submissive.” (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:45)
5. Reward Without Account
Arabic:
إِنَّ الَّذِينَ صَبَرُوا وَعَمِلُوا الصَّالِحَاتِ أُو۟لَـٰئِكَ لَهُمْ أَجْرٌ غَيْرُ مَمْنُونٍ
Transliteration:
Innal-ladheena sabaroo wa ‘amilus-salihat aulā’ika lahum ajrun ghayru mamnoon
Translation:
“Those who are patient will be given their reward without account.” (Surah Az-Zumar 39:10)
6. Patience Preserves Reward
Arabic:
وَاصْبِرْ فَإِنَّ اللَّهَ لَا يُضِيعُ أَجْرَ الْمُحْسِنِينَ
Transliteration:
Wasbir fa inna Allaha la yudee’ ajral-muhsineen
Translation:
“And be patient, for indeed, Allah does not allow to be lost the reward of the doers of good.” (Surah Hud 11:115)
7. The Patient Will Be Rewarded
Arabic:
إِنَّ الَّذِينَ صَبَرُوا وَعَمِلُوا الصَّالِحَاتِ أُو۟لَـٰئِكَ لَهُمْ أَجْرٌ غَيْرُ مَمْنُونٍ
Transliteration:
Innal-ladheena sabaroo wa ‘amilus-salihat aulā’ika lahum ajrun ghayru mamnoon
Translation:
“Indeed, the patient will be rewarded without measure.” (Surah Az-Zumar 39:10)
8. Be Patient in All Matters
Arabic:
فَاصْبِرْ عَلَى مَا أَصَابَكَ إِنَّ ذَلِكَ مِنْ عَزْمِ الْأُمُورِ
Transliteration:
Fasbir ‘ala ma asabaka inna dhalika min ‘azmil-umoor
Translation:
“And be patient over what befalls you. Indeed, [all] that is of the matters requiring determination.” (Surah Luqman 31:17)
9. Allah Is with the Righteous and Patient
Arabic:
إِنَّ اللَّهَ مَعَ الَّذِينَ اتَّقَوْا وَالَّذِينَ هُم مُّحْسِنُونَ
Transliteration:
Innal-laha ma’a alladhina ittaqaw wa alladhina hum muhsinoon
Translation:
“Indeed, Allah is with those who fear Him and those who are doers of good.” (Surah An-Nahl 16:128)
10. Seek Help Through Patience and Prayer Again
Arabic:
يَا أَيُّهَا الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا اسْتَعِينُوا بِالصَّبْرِ وَالصَّلَاةِ إِنَّ اللَّهَ مَعَ الصَّابِرِينَ
Transliteration:
Ya ayyuha alladhina amanoo ista’eenoo bis-sabri was-salati inna Allaha ma’as-sabireen
Translation:
“O you who have believed, seek help through patience and prayer. Indeed, Allah is with the patient.” (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:153)
11. Patience and Righteous Deeds
Arabic:
وَالَّذِينَ صَبَرُوا ابْتِغَاءَ وَجْهِ رَبِّهِمْ وَأَقَامُوا الصَّلَاةَ وَأَنْفَقُوا مِمَّا رَزَقْنَاهُمْ سِرًّا وَعَلَانِيَةً وَيَدْفَعُونَ بِالْحَسَنَةِ السَّيِّئَةَ أُو۟لَـٰئِكَ لَهُمْ عُقْبَى الدَّارِ
Transliteration:
Walladhina sabaroo ibtighaa’a wajhi rabbihim wa aqamu as-salata wa anfaqu mimma razaqnahum sirran wa ‘alaniyah wa yadfa’oona bil-hasanati as-sayyi’ah aulā’ika lahum ‘uqbaladdar
Translation:
“And those who are patient, seeking their Lord’s pleasure and establishing prayer, and spending [in charity] secretly and openly, and preventing evil with good—for them is the final good.” (Surah Ar-Ra’d 13:22)
12. The Promise of Allah Is True
Arabic:
فَاصْبِرْ إِنَّ وَعْدَ اللَّهِ حَقٌّ
Transliteration:
Fasbir inna wa’da Allahi haqq
Translation:
“So remain patient. Indeed, the promise of Allah is truth.” (Surah Ar-Rum 30:60)
13. Allah Loves Those Who Are Patient
Arabic:
وَلَا تَحْسَبَنَّ الَّذِينَ قُتِلُوا فِي سَبِيلِ اللَّهِ أَمْوَاتًا بَلْ أَحْيَاءٌ عِندَ رَبِّهِمْ يُرْزَقُونَ
Transliteration:
Wa la tahsabanna alladhina qutiloo fee sabilillahi amwatan bal ahya’un ‘inda rabbihim yurzaqoon
Translation:
“Do not despair over what you have lost, nor be proud of what you have gained. Indeed, Allah loves those who are patient.” (Surah Al-Imran 3:146)
14. Reward for the Patient
Arabic:
إِنَّ الَّذِينَ صَبَرُوا وَعَمِلُوا الصَّالِحَاتِ أُو۟لَـٰئِكَ لَهُمْ أَجْرٌ غَيْرُ مَمْنُونٍ
Transliteration:
Innal-ladhina sabaroo wa ‘amilus-salihat aulā’ika lahum ajrun ghayru mamnoon
Translation:
“Indeed, those who patiently persevere will be given their reward in full.” (Surah Fussilat 41:35)
15. Testing Servants to See Who Is Patient
Arabic:
وَلَنَبْلُوَنَّكُمْ حَتَّىٰ نَعْلَمَ الْمُجَاهِدِينَ مِنكُمْ وَالصَّابِرِينَ
Transliteration:
Wa lanabluwannakum hatta na’lamal-mujahideen minkum was-sabireen
Translation:
“And We will test you until We know those who strive hard and those who are patient.” (Surah Muhammad 47:31)
16. Reward Is with the Lord
Arabic:
وَالَّذِينَ صَبَرُوا وَعَمِلُوا الصَّالِحَاتِ أُو۟لَـٰئِكَ لَهُمْ أَجْرُهُمْ عِندَ رَبِّهِمْ
Transliteration:
Walladhina sabaroo wa ‘amilus-salihat aulā’ika lahum ajruhum ‘inda rabbihim
Translation:
“And those who patiently persevere and do righteous deeds – their reward is with their Lord.” (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:82)
17. Be Patient with Gracious Patience
Arabic:
فَاصْبِرْ صَبْرًا جَمِيلًا
Transliteration:
Fasbir sabran jameelan
Translation:
“So be patient with gracious patience.” (Surah Al-Ma’arij 70:5)
18. Allah Loves Those Who Rely on Him
Arabic:
إِنَّ اللَّهَ يُحِبُّ الَّذِينَ يَتَوَكَّلُونَ
Transliteration:
Innal-laha yuhibbul-ladhina yatawakkaloon
Translation:
“Indeed, Allah loves those who rely upon Him.” (Surah Aal-E-Imran 3:159)
19. The Patient Shall Inherit All Things
Arabic:
إِنَّ الَّذِينَ صَبَرُوا وَعَمِلُوا الصَّالِحَاتِ أُو۟لَـٰئِكَ لَهُمْ أَجْرٌ غَيْرُ مَمْنُونٍ
Transliteration:
Innal-ladhina sabaroo wa ‘amilus-salihat aulā’ika lahum ajrun ghayru mamnoon
Translation:
“The patient shall inherit all things.” (Surah Az-Zumar 39:10)
20. Endure Patiently
Arabic:
فَاصْبِرْ وَمَا صَبْرُكَ إِلَّا بِاللَّهِ
Transliteration:
Fasbir wa ma sabruka illa billah
Translation:
“And be patient, and your patience is not but through Allah.” (Surah An-Nahl 16:127)
21. Give Good Tidings to the Patient
Arabic:
وَبَشِّرِ الصَّابِرِينَ
Transliteration:
Wa bashshir as-sabireen
Translation:
“And give good tidings to the patient.” (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:155)
22. Leaders Guided by Patience
Arabic:
وَجَعَلْنَاهُمْ أَئِمَّةً يَهْدُونَ بِأَمْرِنَا وَأَوْحَيْنَا إِلَيْهِمْ فِعْلَ الْخَيْرَاتِ وَإِقَامَ الصَّلَاةِ وَإِنْفَاقَ الْمِمَّا رَزَقْنَاهُمْ وَكَانُوا لَنَا صَابِرِينَ
Transliteration:
Wa ja’alnahum a’imatan yahdoona bi amrina wa awhayna ilayhim fi’alal-khairati wa iqamas-salata wa infaqal-mimma razaqnahum wa kanoo lana sabireen
Translation:
“And We made them leaders, guiding by Our command. And We inspired them to do good deeds, establish prayer, and give charity, and they were patient over the trials.” (Surah Al-Anbiya 21:73)
23. Allah Is with the Patient
Arabic:
إِنَّ اللَّهَ مَعَ الصَّابِرِينَ
Transliteration:
Innal-laha ma’as-sabireen
Translation:
“Indeed, Allah is with those who are patient.” (Surah Al-Anfal 8:46)
24. Patience Brings Good Reward
Arabic:
وَالَّذِينَ صَبَرُوا ابْتِغَاءَ وَجْهِ رَبِّهِمْ وَأَقَامُوا الصَّلَاةَ وَأَنْفَقُوا مِمَّا رَزَقْنَاهُمْ سِرًّا وَعَلَانِيَةً أُو۟لَـٰئِكَ لَهُمْ عُقْبَى الدَّارِ
Transliteration:
Walladhina sabaroo ibtighaa’a wajhi rabbihim wa aqamu as-salata wa anfaqu mimma razaqnahum sirran wa ‘alaniyah aulā’ika lahum ‘uqbaladdar
Translation:
“And those who patiently persevere, seeking their Lord’s pleasure, establish prayer, and spend in charity, secretly and openly—for them is the good reward.” (Surah Ar-Ra’d 13:22)
25. Be Patient Over What Befalls You
Arabic:
فَاصْبِرْ عَلَى مَا أَصَابَكَ
Transliteration:
Fasbir ‘ala ma asabaka
Translation:
Be patient over what befalls you.” (Surah Luqman 31:17).
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The Power and Significance of Quranic Verses on Sabr
Patience, or sabr, is a cornerstone of Islamic teaching, repeatedly emphasized in the Quran. Understanding these verses helps believers cultivate resilience, maintain faith in difficult times, and navigate life’s challenges with wisdom and calmness.
Demonstrates Allah’s Support and Presence
Quranic verses on sabr remind us that Allah is always with those who patiently persevere. This awareness provides comfort, strength, and reassurance during trials, showing that patience is not passive but spiritually empowering.
Encourages Personal Growth and Self-Discipline
By reflecting on sabr, believers learn to control impulses, respond wisely to adversity, and grow morally and spiritually. Patience becomes a tool for self-improvement and enduring hardships with dignity.
Promotes Social Harmony
Practicing sabr extends beyond personal trials; it influences relationships and interactions with others. Patience fosters empathy, reduces conflict, and encourages compassion, building stronger, more harmonious communities.
Builds Emotional Resilience
Regular reflection on Quranic verses on sabr helps believers manage stress, anger, and frustration. It nurtures mental and emotional strength, enabling individuals to face challenges calmly and thoughtfully.
Strengthens Faith and Reliance on Allah
Sabr reinforces trust in Allah’s wisdom and timing. By embracing patience, believers recognize that hardships are tests, and reliance on Allah deepens their spiritual connection and faith.
Encourages Righteous Actions
The Quran links patience with prayer, charity, and perseverance in good deeds. Practicing sabr ensures that actions are purposeful, measured, and spiritually rewarding, aligning daily life with divine guidance.
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Practical Steps to Complement Your Quranic Verses on Sabr
Understanding the Quranic verses on sabr is only the first step. Applying them in daily life strengthens patience, deepens faith, and nurtures resilience. Here are practical steps to complement your learning and practice of sabr:
1. Reflect and Understand the Verses
Take time to read and ponder each verse on sabr. Focus on its meaning, context, and the lessons it imparts. Reflection deepens comprehension and connects the verse to your personal experiences.
2. Memorize Key Verses
Memorization helps internalize the teachings of patience. Start with a few verses daily, repeat them often, and gradually build a personal collection of Quranic guidance to recall during challenging times.
3. Apply Sabr in Daily Challenges
Use the lessons of sabr when facing everyday difficulties—stress at work, family conflicts, or personal setbacks. Practice patience actively by responding calmly and wisely rather than reacting impulsively.
4. Combine with Prayer
The Quran frequently links sabr with prayer. Strengthen your practice of patience by turning to Salah for guidance, support, and spiritual grounding. Prayer reinforces inner strength and provides clarity in difficult moments.
5. Seek Support Through Knowledge
Engage in learning circles, Quran study groups, or online courses. Understanding the wisdom behind sabr and its applications through discussions with teachers and peers enhances practical implementation.
6. Teach and Share with Others
Sharing the knowledge of sabr, especially with children or family members, reinforces your own practice. Teaching others encourages reflection and helps instill patience as a shared value within your community.
7. Journal Your Progress
Keep a personal diary of moments when you applied patience and the outcomes. Reflecting on successes and challenges strengthens resolve, builds confidence, and tracks spiritual growth over time.
8. Make Du’a for Strength
Regularly ask Allah to grant patience and perseverance. Du’a complements your efforts, aligns your heart with divine guidance, and reinforces reliance on Allah in both trials and daily life.
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Can I Say These Quranic Verses in English, or Do They Have to Be in Arabic?
While the Quran is revealed in Arabic, understanding its meaning is essential for every believer. You can certainly read and reflect on the English translation of Quranic verses to grasp their lessons, including verses on sabr (patience). Translations help you connect with the wisdom, guidance, and moral teachings of the Quran even if you are not fluent in Arabic.
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By combining both, you can fully appreciate the Quran’s guidance while making its lessons on patience and resilience meaningful in your everyday experiences.
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Conclusion
Quranic verses on sabr (patience) offer timeless guidance for navigating life’s challenges with faith, resilience, and wisdom. By reflecting on these verses, memorizing them, and applying their teachings, believers can cultivate inner strength, maintain trust in Allah, and respond to difficulties with calm and composure.
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Embracing sabr allows us to transform trials into opportunities for growth, drawing closer to Allah and living a life guided by His wisdom and mercy.
