اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ خَيْرَهَا وَخَيْرَ مَا جَبَلْتَهَا عَلَيْهِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّهَا وَشَرِّ مَا جَبَلْتَهَا عَلَيْهِ
O Allah, I ask You for her goodness and the goodness of that which You have created her with, and I seek refuge in You from her evil and the evil of that which You have created her with.
Allahumma inni as'aluki khayraha wa khayra ma jabaltaha 'alayhi, wa a'udhu biki min sharriha wa sharri ma jabaltaha 'alayhi
When to Read
This dua is beautifully suited for when your spouse is facing a new challenge, entering a competitive environment, or simply navigating the daily pressures of work or life. Recite it with sincerity before they embark on a significant task or at the beginning of a new phase in their career or personal pursuits. It's a profound way to show your support and entrust their well-being and success to Allah.
How to Read
Make this dua with conviction, focusing on your spouse's best interests. Raise your hands (if possible and appropriate) or place your right hand on your chest, facing the direction of the Qiblah. Utter the words clearly and with a humble heart. Imagine Allah's vast mercy and power encompassing your spouse. It's also beneficial to follow this with general supplications for their success, protection, and contentment.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua, though general in its wording, is incredibly powerful when applied to specific situations. By asking Allah for the 'goodness' of your spouse and what they are 'created with,' you are essentially asking for Allah to enhance their natural abilities, grant them success in their endeavors, and protect them from any negative inclinations or circumstances. Seeking refuge from 'evil' acknowledges our human need for divine protection against the unseen and seen difficulties. It fosters a beautiful partnership where both spouses actively support each other spiritually, recognizing that ultimate success and protection come only from Allah. When a spouse makes such sincere dua, it is a direct reflection of love and a commitment to their partner's well-being in this life and the next.
Source & Authentication
The full context of this dua relates to the supplication made by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ when marrying, seeking the best for his wife and refuge from any potential ill nature. The wording applies universally to seeking the good of a person and protection from their potential harms or challenging circumstances.