اللَّهُمَّ أَلِّفْ بَيْنَ قُلُوبِنَا، وَأَصْلِحْ ذَاتَ بَيْنِنَا، وَاهْدِنَا سُبُلَ السَّلَامِ، وَنَجِّنَا مِنَ الظُّلُمَاتِ إِلَى النُّورِ، وَجَنِّبْنَا الْفَوَاحِشَ مَا ظَهَرَ مِنْهَا وَمَا بَطَنَ، وَبَارِكْ لَنَا فِي أَسْمَاعِنَا، وَأَبْصَارِنَا، وَقُلُوبِنَا، وَأَزْوَاجِنَا، وَذُرِّيَّاتِنَا، وَتُبْ عَلَيْنَا، إِنَّكَ أَنْتَ التَّوَّابُ الرَّحِيمُ.
O Allah, unite our hearts, and mend the relationship between us, and guide us to the ways of peace, and deliver us from darkness into light, and keep us away from all shameful deeds, whether open or secret, and bless our hearing, our sight, our hearts, our spouses, and our offspring, and accept our repentance. Indeed, You are the Acceptor of Repentance, the Most Merciful.
Allahumma allif bayna qulubina, wa aslih dhata baynina, wahdina subul as-salam, wa najjina minadh-dhulumati ilan-nur, wa jannibnal-fawashimaa dhahara minha wa maa batan, wa barik lana fi asmaa'ina, wa absarina, wa qulubina, wa azwajina, wa dhurriyyatina, wa tub 'alayna, innaka Antat-Tawwabur-Raheem.
When to Read
This comprehensive dua is perfect for reciting during times of tension, misunderstanding, or simply as a regular practice to foster deeper connection and understanding with your spouse. It's especially beneficial to make this dua during the blessed times, such as after prayers, on Friday, or during the nights of Ramadan, to increase its potency and acceptance.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a heartfelt intention for your marriage. Focus on the meaning of each phrase as you utter it. It's best to recite it after completing your obligatory prayers (salawat). You can say it individually or, ideally, with your spouse, raising your hands in supplication. Maintain a state of purity (wudu) if possible, and face the Qiblah. Remember that Allah hears every plea, especially those made with humility and conviction.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, is a powerful tool for strengthening marital bonds. It directly asks Allah to foster love and unity ('unite our hearts'), resolve conflicts ('mend the relationship between us'), and guide both partners towards paths of peace and righteousness ('guide us to the ways of peace'). By seeking refuge from darkness and shameful deeds, it aims to purify the relationship and protect it from negative influences. The inclusion of 'bless our spouses, and our offspring' extends the barakah (blessing) to the entire family unit, seeking divine protection and prosperity for all. It's a comprehensive plea for marital harmony, spiritual well-being, and familial strength.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua to the companions when there was some tension among them. The dua reflects a desire for peace, reconciliation, and blessings upon the family. It's a general supplication for unity and guidance within the community, and profoundly applicable to the marital relationship, which is the foundational unit of society.