رَبَّنَا هَبْ لَنَا مِنْ أَزْوَاجِنَا وَذُرِّيَّاتِنَا قُرَّةَ أَعْيُنٍ وَاجْعَلْنَا لِلْمُتَّقِينَ إِمَامًا
"Our Lord, grant us from among our wives and our offspring comfort to our eyes and make us an example for the righteous."
Rabbana hablana min azwajina wa dhurriyatina qurrata a'yunin waj'alna lil-muttaqeena imama
When to Read
This beautiful dua is a timeless supplication for anyone seeking righteous children. It can be recited at any time, but is particularly potent during the points of acceptance, such as after prayers (Salah), during the last third of the night, when breaking your fast (if fasting), or during moments of heartfelt earnestness. Imagine yourself in prostration, whispering these words to your Creator.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction. Turn to Allah with a hopeful heart, visualizing the righteous children you wish for. Raise your hands in supplication as you would during prayer. It is recommended to make dua for yourself, your spouse, your children (born or unborn), and for the righteous of all believers. You can say it as an individual or with your spouse together.
Virtues & Benefits
Seeking righteous offspring is a profound act of faith, recognizing that children are a gift and a trust from Allah. This dua specifically asks for children who will be a source of joy and contentment ('Qurrata A'yun' – literally, coolness of the eyes) and who will strive to be leaders in righteousness. The second part of the dua, 'waj'alna lil-muttaqeena imama,' is a selfless aspiration to be exemplary in piety for one's family and the wider community. The Quran itself teaches us that righteous children are a blessing and can be a cause of our own elevation in status before Allah, as their good deeds can also benefit us even after our passing.