اللَّهُمَّ أَلِّفْ بَيْنَ قُلُوبِهِمَا، وَأَصْلِحْ ذَاتَ بَيْنِهِمَا، وَاهْدِهِمَا سُبُلَ السَّلَامِ، وَزَيِّنْهُمَا بِالتَّقْوَى، وَجَنِّبْهُمَا الْفَوَاحِشَ مَا ظَهَرَ مِنْهَا وَمَا بَطَنَ
O Allah, unite their hearts, reconcile between them, guide them to the ways of peace, adorn them with piety, and keep them away from all obscenities, outward and inward.
Allahumma allif bayna qulubihima, wa aslih dhata baynihima, wahdihima subul as-salam, wa zayyinuhuma bit-taqwa, wa jannibuhuma al-fawahisha ma dhahara minha wa ma batan
When to Read
This du'a is particularly poignant for couples on their wedding day, during the Nikah ceremony, or at any time they wish to seek Allah's blessings for their marriage. Reading it on a Friday, an especially blessed day, enhances its significance.
How to Read
Recite this du'a with sincere intention and a hopeful heart. It can be recited by the couple themselves, the officiant, or family members. Imagine Allah's mercy enveloping the marriage as you speak these words. It's best to face the Qiblah and make du'a with folded hands, showing humility.
Virtues & Benefits
Seeking du'a for a marriage on Friday taps into the unique blessings of this day. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: 'Indeed, Friday is your day of Eid...'
Source & Authentication
From Abdullah ibn Mas'ud (may Allah be pleased with him): The Prophet (peace be upon him) taught us a du'a for the one who is to be married: 'Allahumma allif bayna qulubihima, wa aslih dhata baynihima, wahdihima subul as-salam, wa zayyinuhuma bit-taqwa, wa jannibuhuma al-fawahisha ma dhahara minha wa ma batan.' (Translation: O Allah, unite their hearts, reconcile between them, guide them to the paths of peace, adorn them with piety, and keep them away from all obscenities, outward and inward.)