اللَّهُمَّ اهْدِنِي وَذُرِّيَّتِي وَأَطِعْنِي فِي أَهْلِي وَأَصْلِحْ لِي وَالِيَ الَّذِي أَخَذْتَ بِعُنُقِهِ
O Allah! Guide me and my offspring, grant me obedience in my family, and reform my guardian whom You have taken by his neck.
Allahumma ihdini wa dhurriyyati wa ati'ni fi ahli wa aslih li waliya alladhi akhadhta bi'unuqihi
When to Read
This dua is particularly poignant when feeling the weight of responsibility for one's children. Recite it during your daily prayers, after completing your obligatory salah, or at any time you feel the need to invoke Allah's guidance for your family's well-being and your role as a parent. It's a prayer for divine assistance in raising children who are both righteous and obedient.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and deep reflection, focusing on the meaning of each word. Raise your hands in supplication as you would during prayer. Direct your heart towards Allah, acknowledging His power and mercy. It's best to make dua with a clear mind and a hopeful heart, trusting in Allah's response.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates a comprehensive plea for the spiritual and practical guidance of both the parent and the children. It acknowledges the parent's role and seeks Allah's help in fulfilling it. The phrase 'reform my guardian whom You have taken by his neck' can be understood as seeking Allah's control and ultimate authority over the leadership of the family, ensuring it remains righteous and guided. It's a prayer that seeks Allah's intervention in establishing obedience and good conduct within the household, recognizing that true reform comes from Him.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abdullah: The Prophet (ﷺ) taught us the Tashahhud and the Dua for seeking guidance in marriage and said: 'Allahumma ihdini wa dhurriyyati wa ati'ni fi ahli wa aslih li waliya alladhi akhadhta bi'unuqihi.' This translates to: 'O Allah! Guide me and my offspring, grant me obedience in my family, and reform my guardian whom You have taken by his neck.'