اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ خَيْرَهَا وَخَيْرَ مَا جَبَلْتَهَا عَلَيْهِ ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّهَا وَشَرِّ مَا جَبَلْتَهَا عَلَيْهِ . اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ مِنْ فَضْلِكَ .
O Allah, I ask You for its (my wife's) goodness and the goodness of that which You have decreed for her, and I seek refuge in You from its evil and the evil of that which You have decreed for her. O Allah, I ask You of Your bounty.
Allahumma inni as'aluka khayraha wa khayra ma jabaltaha 'alayhi, wa a'udhu bika min sharriha wa sharri ma jabaltaha 'alayhi. Allahumma inni as'aluka min fadlik.
When to Read
This dua is recited when getting married, but its sentiment of seeking goodness and protection for one's spouse is relevant during any separation, whether due to travel, work, or other circumstances. Recite it in the privacy of your home, perhaps after a prayer, focusing your thoughts and heart on your spouse and your sincere supplication for their well-being and your reunion.
How to Read
Make this dua with sincerity and focus. It's best recited after your obligatory prayers, or during times when you feel a strong longing for your spouse. Place your right hand over your heart and direct your thoughts towards your spouse, remembering the love and bond you share. The intention is key – to seek Allah's blessings and protection for them and for your relationship.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication encapsulates the essence of seeking Allah's favor in a marital relationship. By asking for the 'goodness' of your spouse and what Allah has destined for them, you are aligning your desires with Allah's plan. Seeking refuge from 'evil' is a proactive way to protect your spouse and your union from any harm, seen or unseen. It fosters a sense of dependence on Allah for the continuation and flourishing of your marriage, especially during times of physical distance, reminding you that the ultimate bond is with Him.
Source & Authentication
Jabir (may Allah be pleased with him) reported: The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: 'If any of you marries a woman, he should take hold of her forelock and invoke the blessing of Allah, and he should say: O Allah, I ask You for its goodness and the goodness of that which You have decreed for her, and I seek refuge in You from its evil and the evil of that which You have decreed for her. O Allah, I ask You of Your bounty.'