اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ خَيْرَهَا وَخَيْرَ مَا جَبَلْتَهَا عَلَيْهِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّهَا وَشَرِّ مَا جَبَلْتَهَا عَلَيْهِ
O Allah, I ask You for its [the woman's] goodness and the goodness of that which You have destined for her, and I seek refuge in You from its evil and the evil of that which You have destined for her.
Allahumma inni as'aluka khayraha wa khayra ma jabaltaha 'alayhi, wa a'udhu bika min sharriha wa sharri ma jabaltaha 'alayhi
When to Read
This dua is specifically recommended when considering marriage or proposing to a woman. It's said by the man seeking to marry.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and full reliance on Allah. Understand the meaning and reflect on the submission to Allah's will in choosing a spouse. It's best to make this dua after performing Istikhara (seeking guidance from Allah through prayer) or at least with a heart full of trust in Allah's plan for your marital life. Ensure your intention is pure and focused on finding a righteous partner.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates the essence of Tawakkul (trust in Allah) when making a significant life decision like marriage. By seeking the 'khayr' (goodness) of both the individual and Allah's decree concerning them, and seeking refuge from any potential 'sharr' (evil), you are placing your ultimate reliance on Allah's perfect knowledge and wisdom. This practice is rooted in the Sunnah and demonstrates a deep understanding that true success and well-being in marriage, as in all matters, comes from Allah.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from 'Abdullah bin 'Amr that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: 'When one of you proposes to a woman, let him go and propose to her, and let him pray two rak'ahs, then say: O Allah, I ask You for its goodness and the goodness of that which You have destined for her, and I seek refuge in You from its evil and the evil of that which You have destined for her.' (Sahih Muslim 1477). This hadith is narrated with slight variations in wording across different collections, but the core meaning remains consistent.