اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ خَيْرَهَا وَخَيْرَ مَا جَبَلْتَهَا عَلَيْهِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّهَا وَشَرِّ مَا جَبَلْتَهَا عَلَيْهِ.
O Allah, I ask You for its goodness and the goodness of what You have created it with, and I seek refuge in You from its evil and the evil of what You have created it with.
Allahumma inni as'aluka khairaha wa khaira ma jabaltaha 'alayhi, wa a'udhu bika min sharriha wa sharri ma jabaltaha 'alayhi.
When to Read
This dua is particularly beneficial when you find yourself in a difficult relationship – be it with a spouse, family member, friend, or colleague. When communication breaks down, misunderstandings are rife, or you feel overwhelmed by the challenges, turning to this supplication can bring immense peace. Recite it with sincerity when you feel frustrated, hurt, or unsure how to navigate the situation, entrusting the outcome to Allah's wisdom and mercy.
How to Read
Recite this dua with full conviction, understanding that you are handing over the reins of the situation to the One who is All-Knowing and All-Powerful. It's best recited after the obligatory prayers (Salah), during the late hours of the night (Qiyam al-Layl), or whenever you feel the need for Allah's intervention. Raise your hands slightly as you supplicate, facing the Qiblah if possible, and focus on the meaning, visualizing Allah managing the relationship with His perfect justice and compassion. You can repeat it multiple times, especially during moments of heightened emotion related to the difficult relationship.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful dua, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, offers profound solace by acknowledging Allah's ultimate control over all matters, including human relationships. It allows us to shed the burden of trying to fix everything ourselves and place our trust (Tawakkul) in Allah. By seeking refuge in Him from the evil aspects of a person or situation, and asking for the good, we align ourselves with Allah's will, which is always best for us. This supplication fosters patience, reduces anxiety, and opens doors to reconciliation or a peaceful resolution that might not have been apparent to us. It reminds us that every attribute, good or bad, is ultimately a creation of Allah, and He alone can mend, reform, or guide it towards betterment.
Source & Authentication
When the Prophet (ﷺ) married Maymunah (may Allah be pleased with her), she was brought to him on the wedding night... [The longer hadith describes the Prophet's (ﷺ) marriage arrangements, and within it, this dua is found in a similar context of seeking the best for a spouse and refuge from any ill nature.] In another narration concerning the Prophet's (ﷺ) marriage, it is reported that he said: 'I ask Allah for its goodness and the goodness of what He has made it inclined to, and I seek refuge in Allah from its evil and the evil of what He has made it inclined to.' (This version is also found in Sahih Muslim, often in relation to marriage but applicable to all relationships).