Marriage is a sacred bond in Islam, but sometimes misunderstandings, conflicts, or external influences create distance between husband and wife. If you and your spouse are separated or facing difficulties in your relationship, turning to dua (supplication) can help heal your bond and bring love back into your marriage. In this article, we will discuss powerful dua to reunite husband and wife, along with practical Islamic steps to restore love and harmony.
The Power of Dua in Restoring Marriage
Allah (SWT) says in the Quran:
“Call upon Me; I will respond to you.”
(Surah Ghafir: 60)
Dua is a direct way to seek Allah’s help in difficult situations, including resolving marital conflicts. When dua is made with sincerity, patience, and complete faith in Allah, it can bring love, peace, and reunion between husband and wife.
Powerful Duas to Reunite Husband and Wife
1. Dua for Restoring Love Between Husband and Wife
If your marriage has lost love and affection, recite this powerful Quranic dua:
وَأَلَّفَ بَيْنَ قُلُوبِهِمْ ۚ لَوْ أَنفَقْتَ مَا فِي الْأَرْضِ جَمِيعًا مَّا أَلَّفْتَ بَيْنَ قُلُوبِهِمْ وَلَٰكِنَّ اللَّهَ أَلَّفَ بَيْنَهُمْ ۚ إِنَّهُ عَزِيزٌ حَكِيمٌ
“Wa allafa baina quloobihim. Law anfaqta ma fil-ardi jami’an ma allafta baina quloobihim wa lakinnallaha allafa bainahum. Innahu azizun hakeem.”
(Surah Al-Anfal: 63)Translation: “And He (Allah) has united their hearts. If you had spent all that is in the earth, you could not have united their hearts, but Allah has united them. Indeed, He is Exalted in Might and Wise.”
🔹 How to Read:
- Recite this dua 11 times daily after Fajr and Maghrib prayers.
- Blow over some sweet food and make your spouse eat it.
- Pray with sincerity for your spouse’s heart to soften towards you.
2. Dua for Removing Misunderstandings and Arguments
If arguments and misunderstandings are causing distance in your marriage, recite the following dua:
رَبِّ اشْرَحْ لِي صَدْرِي وَيَسِّرْ لِي أَمْرِي
“Rabbi ishrah li sadri wa yassir li amri.”
(Surah Taha: 25-26)Translation: “O my Lord, expand my chest for me and ease my affair for me.”
🔹 How to Read:
- Recite this 21 times daily before talking to your spouse.
- Ask Allah to remove any hardness from their heart and bring peace between you both.
3. Dua for Bringing Back a Separated Husband or Wife
If your spouse has left you or you are living separately, this dua can help reunite your hearts:
اللهم اجمع بيني وبين زوجي كما جمعت بين يوسف ويعقوب
“Allahumma ajma’ bayni wa bayna zawji kama jama’ta bayna Yusuf wa Ya’qub.”
Translation: “O Allah, reunite me with my spouse as You reunited Yusuf and Yaqub.”
🔹 How to Read:
- Recite this 101 times after Tahajjud (night prayer).
- Imagine your spouse returning with love and happiness.
- Trust in Allah’s wisdom and be patient.
4. Surah Al-Mumtahina for Restoring Marriage
Reciting Surah Al-Mumtahina (60:7) is a powerful way to bring back a lost spouse:
عَسَى اللَّهُ أَنْ يَجْعَلَ بَيْنَكُمْ وَبَيْنَ الَّذِينَ عَادَيْتُمْ مِنْهُمْ مَوَدَّةً ۚ وَاللَّهُ قَدِيرٌ ۚ وَاللَّهُ غَفُورٌ رَحِيمٌ
“Asa Allahu an yaj’ala bainakum wa baina allazeena aadaytum minhum mawaddatan, wallahu qadeer, wallahu ghafoorur raheem.”
(Surah Al-Mumtahina: 7)
🔹 How to Read:
- Read this verse 41 times daily after Isha prayer.
- Ask Allah to soften your spouse’s heart and bring them back to you.
Additional Islamic Tips to Strengthen Marriage
Besides making dua, you should also take practical steps to improve your relationship.
1. Perform Salah Together
Praying together increases love and understanding. At least pray one Salah daily with your spouse and make dua for a happy relationship.
2. Give Gifts and Express Love
The Prophet (ﷺ) said:
“Give gifts to each other, and you will love one another.” (Tirmidhi)
🔹 Tip: A small gift or kind words can melt even the hardest heart.
3. Show Patience and Kindness
Allah loves those who are patient. If your spouse is angry or distant, stay calm and be kind.
4. Seek Forgiveness from Allah
Sometimes, our own sins affect our relationships. Say Astaghfirullah (I seek forgiveness from Allah) 100 times daily to cleanse your heart and attract Allah’s mercy.
5. Consult an Islamic Scholar
If the situation is serious, consult an Islamic scholar or counselor for guidance.
Final Words
No matter how difficult the situation is, never lose hope in Allah’s mercy. Keep making dua, follow Islamic teachings, and take practical steps to restore love and unity in your marriage.
May Allah reunite all separated spouses and bless every marriage with love, peace, and happiness. Ameen!