رَبَّنَا هَبْ لَنَا مِنْ أَزْوَاجِنَا وَذُرِّيَّاتِنَا قُرَّةَ أَعْيُنٍ وَاجْعَلْنَا لِلْمُتَّقِينَ إِمَامًا
Our Lord, grant us from among our spouses and our offspring comfort to our eyes and make us an example for the righteous.
Rabbana hablana min azwajina wa dhurriyyatina qurrata a'yunin waj'alna lil-muttaqeena imaman
When to Read
This dua is beautiful to recite regularly, especially during times when you sense friction or a lack of understanding between yourself and your parents regarding your life choices. It’s also powerful to make it a habit, hoping to cultivate a harmonious environment where your parents find contentment and pride in your path, even if it differs from their initial expectations. Recite it after prayers, during Sujood (prostration), or at any moment you feel a connection to Allah.
How to Read
Recite this verse with sincerity and a focused heart, visualizing your parents feeling peace and joy regarding your life. Understand that 'comfort to our eyes' signifies joy and satisfaction. We ask Allah to not only make our children a source of happiness for us but also, in turn, to make us a source of comfort and joy for our parents. The second part, 'make us an example for the righteous,' is a plea for our own uprightness, which indirectly reflects well on our upbringing and can ease parental concerns. It's about seeking Allah's help to live a life that is pleasing to Him, which in turn can foster acceptance from our parents.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful dua from Surah Al-Furqan encapsulates the deep yearning for a righteous family unit. By asking for 'comfort to our eyes' from our offspring (and by extension, for our lives to bring comfort to our parents), we are seeking a blessing that leads to contentment and happiness within the family. The aspiration to be 'an example for the righteous' is a holistic one: it’s not just about our own adherence to Islam, but about setting a standard that others, including our parents, can see and be pleased with. This can help bridge gaps in understanding regarding life choices, as parents often want to see their children leading lives of purpose and integrity.