Dua & Sunnah

Dua for Your Spouse: A Beacon of Islamic Etiquette (Adab)

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QuranQuran 18:10

ุฑูŽุจู‘ูŽู†ูŽุง ุขุชูู†ูŽุง ู…ูู† ู„ู‘ูŽุฏูู†ูƒูŽ ุฑูŽุญู’ู…ูŽุฉู‹ ูˆูŽู‡ูŽูŠู‘ูุฆู’ ู„ูŽู†ูŽุง ู…ูู†ู’ ุฃูŽู…ู’ุฑูู†ูŽุง ุฑูŽุดูŽุฏู‹ุง

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Our Lord, grant us from Yourself mercy and prepare for us from our affair right guidance.

Rabbana atina min ladunka rahmatan wa hayyi' lana min amrina rashada

When to Read

This powerful dua from Surah Al-Kahf is perfect for reciting when seeking Allah's guidance and mercy for your spouse and your marital life. It's especially relevant when you desire a deeper connection, mutual understanding, and righteous guidance within your marriage.

How to Read

Recite this dua with sincerity and focus. Visualize the blessings of Allah showering upon your spouse and your marriage. You can recite it individually, or together with your spouse, turning towards the Qiblah and raising your hands in supplication. Make it a regular part of your daily supplications, especially after prayer.

Virtues & Benefits

This ayah beautifully encapsulates seeking Allah's profound mercy ('rahmatan') and His perfect guidance ('rashada') in all matters of life, including the very important relationship with a spouse. By asking for mercy, we acknowledge our own shortcomings and seek Allah's covering over our flaws and those of our spouse. By asking for right guidance, we pray for wisdom, clarity, and the strength to navigate marital challenges according to Islamic principles, ensuring the marriage remains a source of peace and a means to pleasing Allah.

Source & Authentication

QuranQuran 18:10
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