اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ خَيْرَهَا وَخَيْرَ مَا جَبَلْتَهَا عَلَيْهِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّهَا وَشَرِّ مَا جَبَلْتَهَا عَلَيْهِ
O Allah, I ask You for its [my wife's] goodness and the goodness of that which You have decreed for her, and I seek refuge in You from its [my wife's] evil and the evil of that which You have decreed for her.
Allahumma inni as'aluka khayraha wa khayra ma jabaltaha 'alayh, wa a'udhu bika min sharriha wa sharri ma jabaltaha 'alayh
When to Read
This dua is ideally recited when getting married or when you feel a need for greater understanding and harmony in your marriage. It's a beautiful prayer to say when facing new beginnings with your spouse, acknowledging that you are asking Allah for blessings upon them and for protection from any potential discord.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and a heartfelt plea to Allah. It's recommended to recite it before initiating the marriage or at any point you wish to foster deeper understanding and mutual respect with your spouse. You can place your hand on your spouse's forehead or chest while making the dua, as was the practice of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ when seeking blessings for a new wife.
Virtues & Benefits
This prayer encompasses seeking the best for your spouse and asking Allah to soften their heart and guide their actions towards what is good. It also includes seeking refuge from any potential negative traits or inclinations, acknowledging our dependence on Allah for a successful and harmonious union. By reciting this, you are entrusting your marriage to Allah, seeking His protection and blessings for both your spouse and your shared future.
Source & Authentication
Anas (may Allah be pleased with him) reported: The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: 'When one of you marries a woman, let him take hold of her forelock and supplicate: O Allah, I ask You for its goodness and the goodness of that which You have created in it, and I seek refuge in You from its evil and the evil of that which You have created in it. And when one of you buys a slave (or a camel), let him take hold of the forelock and supplicate similarly.' — Sahih Muslim 107