رَبَّنَا هَبْ لَنَا مِنْ أَزْوَاجِنَا وَذُرِّيَّاتِنَا قُرَّةً أَعْيُنٍ وَاجْعَلْنَا لِلْمُتَّقِينَ إِمَامًا
Our Lord, grant us from among our wives and our offspring the coolness of our eyes and make us an example for the righteous.
*Rabbana hab lana min azwajina wa dhurriyyatina qurrata a'yunin waj'alna lil-muttaqeena imaman*
When to Read
This beautiful dua is for anyone seeking a righteous spouse, or for a couple already married who wish for their union to be a source of immense joy and peace. Recite it during your prayers, especially in the late hours of the night when Allah (SWT) descends to the lowest heaven, or after any obligatory prayer. It's particularly fitting to make this dua when starting a new chapter, like after marriage, or whenever you feel the need to reaffirm your commitment to seeking Allah's blessings in your family life.
How to Read
Recite this ayah with sincerity and deep contemplation. Visualize your spouse and children being the source of your happiness and peace, and yourself striving to be a righteous example. Raise your hands in supplication as you would for any other dua, and ask Allah (SWT) with certainty that He will answer you. The emphasis is on the heartfelt request and the unwavering faith in Allah's power to grant it.
Virtues & Benefits
This verse beautifully encapsulates the ultimate aspiration for a Muslim marriage and family. Seeking 'coolness of the eyes' (قُرَّةً أَعْيُنٍ - qurrata a'yunin) means to have a spouse and children who bring you joy, comfort, and reassurance, so much so that they are a balm to your soul. It signifies a relationship free from strife, filled with love, and a source of contentment. Furthermore, asking to be 'an example for the righteous' (لِلْمُتَّقِينَ إِمَامًا - lil-muttaqeena imaman) highlights the ambition for your family to be leaders in piety and good conduct, setting a standard for others. This dua is not just for personal happiness but for the spiritual upliftment of your entire household.