يَا مُقَلِّبَ الْقُلُوبِ ثَبِّتْ قَلْبِي عَلَى دِينِكَ وَعَلَى طَاعَتِكَ
O Turner of the hearts, make my heart firm upon Your religion and Your obedience.
Ya muqallib al-quloobi, thabbit qalbi 'ala deenika wa 'ala ta'atika.
When to Read
This dua is for any time you feel concerned about your spouse's spiritual well-being or their adherence to good habits. It's particularly relevant when you notice them struggling with a specific bad habit, whether it's something minor or something that significantly impacts their life and your relationship. Recite it sincerely when you are worried, seeking Allah's help to guide them back to what is best.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and focus. Raise your hands if possible, as this is a Sunnah when making dua. Imagine Allah's power to change hearts and pray with conviction that He guides your spouse away from the habit and towards righteousness and obedience. You can make this dua privately, or even during times when you are together and can express your concern gently, perhaps after a reminder of Islamic teachings.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful dua, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to Ummu Salamah (may Allah be pleased with her), acknowledges Allah's absolute control over our hearts. It's a recognition that true change comes from Him. By asking Allah to keep your spouse's heart firm on His deen and obedience, you are seeking His protection for them against deviation and seeking His strength for them to overcome their struggles. It’s an act of love and concern that places the ultimate outcome in Allah’s hands, which is a source of immense strength and peace for the one making the dua.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Ummu Salamah (may Allah be pleased with her): She said, 'O Messenger of Allah, what is the most frequent Du'a that the Messenger of Allah ﷺ makes when he is with you?' He said: 'O Turner of the hearts, make my heart firm upon Your religion and Your obedience.' (Sunan At-Tirmidhi 3522. This hadith is graded Hasan Gharib according to At-Tirmidhi). The Prophet ﷺ also made this dua frequently: 'O Allah, the Turner of hearts, turn our hearts towards Your obedience.' (Sahih Muslim 2672).