What is the ruling on saying "O patience" or "O Job's patience"?

The phrase "O patience of Ayyub" is interpreted according to the speaker's intention. It is often said when experiencing distress with a person or situation, and it means: "O Allah, grant me the patience of Ayyub so that I can endure this person or situation." This supplication is commendable for seeking the noble character of the prophets, and Allah has commanded us to emulate them. The phrase may also be said in astonishment at someone's patience, likening it to Ayyub's patience, and it has become a proverb. It is not usually intended as a prayer for patience; the meaning depends on the speaker's intentions. Therefore, there is no harm in saying "O patience of Ayyub," as there appears to be nothing that prohibits it according to people's usage.