اللَّهُمَّ أَلِّفْ بَيْنَ قُلُوبِنَا، وَأَصْلِحْ ذَاتَ بَيْنِنَا، وَاهْدِنَا سُبُلَ السَّلَامِ
O Allah, unite our hearts, mend the relationship between us, and guide us to the paths of peace.
Allahumma allif bayna qulubina, wa aslih dhata baynina, wahdina subul as-salam
When to Read
This dua is especially potent when spoken with sincere intention after a disagreement or fight with your spouse. It can be recited individually or together, ideally after offering two rak'ahs of prayer. Use it when you feel the strain of conflict and yearn for Allah's intervention to restore harmony and understanding in your marriage.
How to Read
Recite this dua with a sincere heart and focused intention on reconciliation. Raise your hands as you do in supplication. It's recommended to perform it after praying two rak'ahs, making the intention for peace and mending the relationship. Praying for your spouse, even when you're upset, carries immense weight with Allah. Consider reciting it regularly until the matter is resolved, and even afterward to maintain marital bliss.
Virtues & Benefits
This beautiful supplication directly asks Allah to bring hearts together, a powerful request for unity and love in marriage. It seeks divine intervention to repair rifts caused by arguments, guiding both spouses towards paths of peace and contentment. By turning to Allah in times of marital strife, we acknowledge His power to mend what is broken and to foster a stronger, more harmonious bond. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua for general reconciliation, and its application to marital disputes is profoundly beneficial, seeking Allah's blessing to restore tranquility and affection.
Source & Authentication
The narration states that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua for reconciliation. While not specifically stated to be for spousal fights, its comprehensive nature makes it perfect for restoring harmony in any relationship, especially the most intimate one. The context is general reconciliation, seeking Allah's intervention to unite people. Anas (may Allah be pleased with him) narrated: The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said: 'O Allah, unite our hearts, and mend the relationship between us, and guide us to the paths of peace.' He also said: 'O Allah, show us the best of our religion, the best of our worldly affairs and the best of our Hereafter.' This is a general supplication for peace and well-being.