Dua & Sunnah

Dua for Harmonizing Parenting Approaches

Marriage & Wedding
QuranAl-Furqan 25:74

ุฑูŽุจู‘ูŽู†ูŽุง ู‡ูŽุจู’ ู„ูŽู†ูŽุง ู…ูู†ู’ ุฃูŽุฒู’ูˆูŽุงุฌูู†ูŽุง ูˆูŽุฐูุฑู‘ููŠู‘ูŽุงุชูู†ูŽุง ู‚ูุฑู‘ูŽุฉูŽ ุฃูŽุนู’ูŠูู†ู ูˆูŽุงุฌู’ุนูŽู„ู’ู†ูŽุง ู„ูู„ู’ู…ูุชู‘ูŽู‚ููŠู†ูŽ ุฅูู…ูŽุงู…ู‹ุง

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Our Lord, grant us from among our wives and our offspring comfort to our eyes, and make us an example to the righteous.

*Rabbana hab lana min azwajina wa dhurriyyatina qurrata a'yunin waj'alna lil-muttaqina imama*

When to Read

Recite this dua during times of quiet reflection, perhaps after salah, or during the last third of the night when supplications are said to be more readily accepted. It's especially poignant when you and your spouse are discussing or feeling the strain of differing views on raising your children. Make it a regular part of your family duas.

How to Read

Recite this ayah with sincere intention and humility, focusing on the meaning. Visualize your family as a source of joy and a model of righteousness. Pray with conviction, believing that Allah (SWT) hears your plea and will guide you towards unity and success in your parenting journey. Itโ€™s best to say this dua together with your spouse, if possible, to foster a shared commitment.

Virtues & Benefits

This powerful dua from the Quran encapsulates the desire for a righteous family that brings peace and happiness. It asks for our spouses and children to be a source of 'qurrata a'yun' (comfort to our eyes), signifying deep joy and satisfaction. Furthermore, it requests that we be 'imams for the righteous,' meaning leaders and role models in piety. When facing parenting disagreements, this dua reminds us of the ultimate goal: raising a family that pleases Allah (SWT). By seeking this, we're asking for divine guidance to align our efforts and create an environment where both parents and children strive for righteousness, helping to smooth over differences through a shared, higher purpose. This emphasis on righteous leadership within the family unit can inspire parents to find common ground for the betterment of their children.

Source & Authentication

QuranAl-Furqan 25:74
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