اللَّهُمَّ أَلِّفْ بَيْنَ قُلُوبِنَا، وَأَصْلِحْ ذَاتَ بَيْنِنَا، وَاهْدِنَا سُبُلَ السَّلاَمِ، وَنَجِّنَا مِنَ الظُّلُمَاتِ إِلَى النُّورِ، وَبَاعِدْ بَيْنَنَا وَبَيْنَ فَوَاحِشِنَا، كَمَا بَاعَدْتَ بَيْنَ الْمَشْرِقِ وَالْمَغْرِبِ.
O Allah, bring our hearts together, mend the discord between us, guide us to the paths of peace, deliver us from darkness into the light, and keep us away from all shameful deeds, just as You have kept the east and west far apart.
Allahumma allif bayna qulubina, wa aslih dhata baynina, wahdina subulas-salam, wa najjina minadh-dhulumati ilan-nur, wa ba'id baynana wa bayna fawahishina, kama bada'ta baynal-mashriqi wal-maghrib.
When to Read
This dua is perfect for any time you feel a need to reaffirm or strengthen the connection with your spouse. It's especially beneficial during challenging times, after disagreements, or simply as a regular practice to maintain harmony and love in your marriage. You can make it individually or together after prayer, or at any moment of reflection.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and focus. Raise your hands if you are making dua individually or together. Visualize the love and understanding between you and your spouse growing stronger with each word. Understanding the meaning deeply will enhance its impact on your heart and your supplication.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful supplication, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, directly asks Allah to foster unity ('allif bayna qulubina'), resolve conflicts ('aslih dhata baynina'), and guide the couple towards peace and righteousness ('wahdina subulas-salam'). It seeks protection from moral decay and distance from sin, asking Allah to keep such things far from the marriage, just as He has separated the vast distances of the east and west. It's a comprehensive request for a blessed and harmonious marital life.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua, commonly recited for reconciliation and harmony, especially relevant for mending relationships or seeking continued peace within a family. It appears in collections like Sunan Abi Dawud and others, highlighting its importance in Islamic tradition for building strong interpersonal bonds.