Marriage in Islam is a sacred bond, a union based on love, mercy, and tranquility as described in the Qur’an. It is one of the most significant Sunnahs of the Prophet ﷺ, and a means of completing one’s faith. To strengthen this blessed relationship, Muslims are encouraged to make sincere duʿāʾ (supplications) seeking Allah’s blessings, guidance, and protection. The Qur’an and Hadith are rich with supplications that can bring barakah (blessings) into the marriage, increase love between spouses, and ensure harmony in the household.
This article will highlight beautiful Islamic duas in Arabic for marriage, with transliteration, translations, and reflections, so that couples and families can benefit from them.
The Qur’anic Foundation of Marriage
Allah ﷻ describes marriage as a divine sign:
وَمِنْ آيَاتِهِ أَنْ خَلَقَ لَكُم مِّنْ أَنفُسِكُمْ أَزْوَاجًا لِّتَسْكُنُوا إِلَيْهَا وَجَعَلَ بَيْنَكُم مَّوَدَّةً وَرَحْمَةً
“And among His signs is this: that He created for you spouses from among yourselves so that you may find tranquility in them, and He placed between you love and mercy.” (Surah Ar-Rum 30:21)
This verse reminds us that true peace in marriage comes only from Allah, and seeking His help through dua is essential.
Dua for Finding a Righteous Spouse
Before marriage, one of the most important duas is asking Allah for a righteous partner who will bring goodness in this life and the next.
Arabic:
رَبِّ هَبْ لِي مِن لَّدُنكَ زَوْجًا صَالِحًا يَكُونُ قُرَّةَ عَيْنٍ لِّي فِي الدُّنْيَا وَالآخِرَةِ
Transliteration:
Rabbi hab lī min ladunka zawjan ṣāliḥan yakūnu qurrata ʿaynin lī fī al-dunyā wal-ākhirah.
Translation:
“My Lord, grant me from Your presence a righteous spouse who will be the comfort of my eyes in this world and the Hereafter.”
This supplication combines worldly happiness with eternal blessings.
Qur’anic Dua for Righteous Family
One of the most comprehensive duas related to family and marriage comes from Surah Al-Furqan:
Arabic (Qur’an 25:74):
رَبَّنَا هَبْ لَنَا مِنْ أَزْوَاجِنَا وَذُرِّيَّاتِنَا قُرَّةَ أَعْيُنٍ وَاجْعَلْنَا لِلْمُتَّقِينَ إِمَامًا
Transliteration:
Rabbana hab lana min azwajina wa dhurriyyātina qurrata aʿyunin wajʿalna lil-muttaqīna imāma.
Translation:
“Our Lord, grant us from our spouses and offspring comfort to our eyes and make us leaders of the righteous.”
This dua is timeless, asking not only for righteous spouses but also pious children, and leadership in taqwa (God-consciousness).
Dua During the Nikah (Marriage Contract)
When a marriage contract is completed, the Prophet ﷺ would make dua for the couple:
Arabic (Hadith – Abu Dawood):
بَارَكَ اللَّهُ لَك، وَبَارَكَ عَلَيْك، وَجَمَعَ بَيْنَكُمَا فِي خَيْرٍ
Transliteration:
Bārakallāhu lak, wa bāraka ʿalayk, wa jamaʿa baynakumā fī khayr.
Translation:
“May Allah bless you, send blessings upon you, and unite you both in goodness.”
This is the sunnah dua to be recited for newlyweds.
Dua When Entering Upon the Bride
The Prophet ﷺ taught a specific supplication for the groom when meeting his bride for the first time:
Arabic (Hadith – Ibn Majah):
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ خَيْرَهَا وَخَيْرَ مَا جَبَلْتَهَا عَلَيْهِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّهَا وَشَرِّ مَا جَبَلْتَهَا عَلَيْهِ
Transliteration:
Allāhumma innī asʾaluka khayrahā wa khayra mā jabalttahā ʿalayh, wa aʿūdhu bika min sharrihā wa sharri mā jabalttahā ʿalayh.
Translation:
“O Allah, I ask You for the goodness within her and the goodness You created her upon, and I seek refuge with You from her evil and the evil You created within her.”
This dua acknowledges that every human has strengths and weaknesses, and asks Allah to grant a marriage based on goodness.
Dua for Love and Harmony Between Spouses
Married life requires constant dua for love, patience, and harmony. A powerful Qur’anic supplication for unity can be adapted for spouses:
Arabic (Qur’an 3:8):
رَبَّنَا لَا تُزِغْ قُلُوبَنَا بَعْدَ إِذْ هَدَيْتَنَا وَهَبْ لَنَا مِن لَّدُنكَ رَحْمَةً ۚ إِنَّكَ أَنتَ الْوَهَّابُ
Transliteration:
Rabbana lā tuzigh qulūbanā baʿda idh hadaytanā wahab lanā min ladunka raḥmah innaka anta al-Wahhāb.
Translation:
“Our Lord, do not let our hearts deviate after You have guided us, and grant us mercy from Yourself. Indeed, You are the Bestower.”
Although revealed generally, this dua is excellent for asking Allah to keep the hearts of spouses united in mercy.
Dua for Protection from Shaytan
The Prophet ﷺ taught couples to seek Allah’s protection from Shaytan in their intimacy:
Arabic (Bukhari & Muslim):
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ، اللَّهُمَّ جَنِّبْنَا الشَّيْطَانَ وَجَنِّبِ الشَّيْطَانَ مَا رَزَقْتَنَا
Transliteration:
Bismillāh, Allāhumma jannibnā al-shayṭāna wa jannibi al-shayṭāna mā razaqtanā.
Translation:
“In the name of Allah. O Allah, keep Shaytan away from us and keep Shaytan away from what You provide us (i.e., children).”
This dua is recommended at the time of intimacy to protect the marriage and future offspring from the influence of Shaytan.
Dua for Patience and Gratitude
Every marriage has challenges. Asking Allah for patience and gratitude strengthens the bond:
Arabic:
رَبِّ أَوْزِعْنِي أَنْ أَشْكُرَ نِعْمَتَكَ الَّتِي أَنْعَمْتَ عَلَيَّ وَعَلَىٰ وَالِدَيَّ وَأَنْ أَعْمَلَ صَالِحًا تَرْضَاهُ
Transliteration:
Rabbi awziʿnī an ashkura niʿmataka allatī anʿamta ʿalayya wa ʿalā wālidayya wa an aʿmala ṣāliḥan tarḍāh.
Translation:
“My Lord, enable me to be grateful for Your favor which You have bestowed upon me and upon my parents, and to do righteousness that You approve.”
A grateful and patient heart is the foundation of a peaceful marriage.
Practical Tips for Reciting Duas
- Consistency: Duas should be recited regularly, not only in difficult times.
- With Sincerity: Allah answers the sincere heart more than eloquent words.
- Together as a Couple: Spouses praying together strengthens the bond of love.
- After Salah & at Tahajjud: Times when duas are more readily accepted.
- Trust in Allah’s Timing: Even if results are delayed, know that Allah’s wisdom is perfect.
Conclusion
Marriage is not only a contract but a journey toward Allah ﷻ. The duas from Qur’an and Sunnah are treasures that bring light to the home, protect the bond between spouses, and help couples fulfill the purpose of marriage: tranquility, love, and mercy.
May Allah bless every marriage with His divine guidance and mercy, grant spouses joy in each other’s company, and make their union a means of entering Paradise together.
اللَّهُمَّ بَارِكْ لِكُلِّ زَوْجَيْنِ صَالِحَيْنِ وَاجْعَلْ بَيْنَهُمَا مَوَدَّةً وَرَحْمَةً
Allāhumma bārik likulli zawjayni ṣāliḥayn wajʿal baynahumā mawaddatan wa raḥmah.
(O Allah, bless every righteous couple and place between them love and mercy.)
