اللَّهُمَّ ألِّفْ 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 reform the relations between us, and guide us to the ways of peace, and deliver us from darkness into light, and keep away from us all shameful deeds, whether open or secret, and bless our hearing, our sight, our hearts, our spouses, and our offspring, and turn to us (in mercy); verily, You are the Acceptor of repentance, the Merciful.
Allahumma allif bayna quloobina, wa aslih dhata baynina, wahdina subulas-salam, wa najjina minadh-dhulumati ilan-noor, wa jannibnal-fawāḥisha ma ẓahara minha wa ma baṭan, wa barik lana fi asma'ina, wa abṣarina, wa quloobina, wa azwajina, wa dhurriyyatina, wa tub 'alayna, innaka Antat-Tawwabur-Raheem.
When to Read
This comprehensive dua is perfect for any couple facing the challenges of a long-distance marriage. Recite it regularly, especially during times of longing or when you feel the distance creating a strain. It's also beneficial to make this dua when you are together, reinforcing your bond and seeking Allah's blessings for your union.
How to Read
Make this dua with sincere intention and a hopeful heart. Raise your hands in supplication, facing the Qiblah if possible. Believe in Allah's power to unite hearts and grant ease. You can recite this alone or together with your spouse if you have the opportunity, sharing the act of seeking Allah's help.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, is profound. It covers seeking unity between hearts, reconciliation of relationships, guidance to paths of peace, deliverance from darkness to light, protection from all forms of indecency, and blessings in all aspects of life, including our spouses and children. For a long-distance marriage, its emphasis on uniting hearts and blessing our spouses is particularly vital in bridging the miles and fostering a strong, connected relationship.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Ibn Mas'ud: The Messenger of Allah ﷺ taught me a comprehensive supplication for all needs. He said: Recite: 'Allahumma allif bayna quloobina, wa aslih dhata baynina, wahdina subulas-salam, wa najjina minadh-dhulumati ilan-noor, wa jannibnal-fawāḥisha ma ẓahara minha wa ma baṭan, wa barik lana fi asma'ina, wa abṣarina, wa quloobina, wa azwajina, wa dhurriyyatina, wa tub 'alayna, innaka Antat-Tawwabur-Raheem.' (O Allah, unite our hearts, and reform the relations between us, and guide us to the paths of peace, and deliver us from darkness into light, and keep away from us all shameful deeds, whether open or secret, and bless our hearing, our sight, our hearts, our spouses, and our offspring, and turn to us (in mercy); verily, You are the Acceptor of repentance, the Merciful.) He said: It is a supplication that is universally sought after. The narrator Zuhayr said: 'He taught me it in ten phrases.' (Sunan Abi Dawud, Book 14, Hadith 907)