رَبَّنَا هَبْ لَنَا مِنْ أَزْوَاجِنَا وَذُرِّيَّاتِنَا قُرَّةَ أَعْيُنٍ وَاجْعَلْنَا لِلْمُتَّقِينَ إِمَامًا
Our Lord, grant us from among our spouses and our offspring comfort to our eyes, and make us an example for the righteous.
Rabbana hab lana min azwajina wa dhurriyyatina qurrata a'yunin waj'alna lil-muttaqeena imama.
When to Read
This is a powerful supplication that can be made at any time, but it is particularly poignant to recite when seeking Allah’s blessings for your marriage and family. Many couples recite it during engagements, after marriage, or whenever they feel the need to strengthen their family bonds and seek divine guidance for raising righteous children. It’s also a beautiful dua to make individually, praying for a righteous spouse and offspring, or for the existing happiness and piety of your family.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and heartfelt conviction. Imagine the joy of seeing your spouse and children as a source of comfort and happiness, and yourself as a leader in righteousness for them. Raise your hands in supplication as you normally would when making dua. Ensure you understand the meaning of the words you are uttering, letting them resonate within your heart. It's recommended to make this dua regularly, making it a consistent part of your personal supplications.
Virtues & Benefits
This verse beautifully encapsulates the ultimate desires for a Muslim family: a spouse and children who are a source of joy and peace, and the family as a whole being a beacon of righteousness. Reciting it with sincerity seeks Allah's blessing to achieve this ideal state. It emphasizes the importance of family as a unit that strives for piety and serves as an example for others. It’s a comprehensive prayer for marital bliss, righteous progeny, and the establishment of a family that adheres to Allah's commands.