اللَّهُمَّ أَلِّفْ بَيْنَ قُلُوبِنَا، وَأَصْلِحْ ذَاتَ بَيْنِنَا، وَاهْدِنَا سُبُلَ السَّلَامِ، وَنَجِّنَا مِنَ الظُّلُمَاتِ إِلَى النُّورِ، وَجَنِّبْنَا الْفَوَاحِشَ مَا ظَهَرَ مِنْهَا وَمَا بَطَنَ، وَبَارِكْ لَنَا فِي أَسْمَاعِنَا وَأَبْصَارِنَا وَقُلُوبِنَا وَأَزْوَاجِنَا وَذُرِّيَّاتِنَا، وَتُبْ عَلَيْنَا إِنَّكَ أَنْتَ التَّوَّابُ الرَّحِيمُ، وَاجْعَلْنَا شَاكِرِينَ لِنِعْمَتِكَ، مُثْنِينَ بِهَا، قَابِلِيهَا، وَأَتْمِمْهَا عَلَيْنَا.
O Allah, unite our hearts, mend the discord between us, guide us to the paths of peace, deliver us from darkness into light, keep us away from shameful deeds, outward and inward, and bless our hearing, our sight, our hearts, our spouses, and our offspring. Accept our repentance, for indeed, You are the Accepter of repentance, the Merciful. Make us grateful for Your blessings, praising them, accepting them, and complete them upon us.
Allahumma allif bayna quloobina, wa aslih dhata baynina, wahdina subulas-salam, wa najjina minadh-dhulumati ilan-nur, wa jannibnal-fawâhisha ma dhahara minha wa ma batan, wa barik lana fi asma'ina wa absarina wa quloobina wa azwajina wa dhurriyyatina, wa tub 'alayna innaka antat-Tawwabur-Raheem, waj'alna shakireena li ni'matika, muthneena biha, qabileeha, wa atimmaha 'alayna.
When to Read
This comprehensive dua is perfect for moments when disunity, misunderstanding, or lack of clarity is felt within the community or the wider Ummah. Recite it after your obligatory prayers (Salah), during times of personal reflection (like in the last third of the night), or during gatherings where you seek Allah's guidance for collective decision-making and harmony.
How to Read
This dua should be recited with sincerity and a focused heart. Begin by praising Allah and sending blessings upon the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Raise your hands in supplication, as is the practice when making dua. Focus on each phrase, truly asking Allah to grant these qualities to yourself and the Ummah. Feel the weight of the words and the need for Allah's help in achieving unity, wisdom, and discernment. It's also beneficial to follow up this dua by actively working towards its fulfillment through good conduct, clear communication, and seeking knowledge.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses many crucial aspects for a healthy and thriving Muslim community. Firstly, it seeks Allah's direct intervention in uniting hearts, the very foundation of any collective. Secondly, 'mending the discord between us' addresses the practical issues that arise in any group of people. Thirdly, seeking guidance to 'paths of peace' and deliverance from 'darkness into light' highlights the need for clarity and truth in our dealings. The dua also calls for protection from moral decay and asks for blessings in vital aspects of our lives, emphasizing that unity is holistic. Finally, asking to be grateful and accepting of Allah's blessings is key to maintaining that unity and receiving further grace.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua to his companions, emphasizing its importance for the well-being of the community. The full hadith context often involves the Prophet ﷺ teaching specific supplications for various needs, and this one is particularly powerful for fostering solidarity and good judgment among Muslims.