Family

Dua for Parents

Recite anytime, especially after prayer

رَبِّ ٱرْحَمْهُمَا كَمَا رَبَّيَانِي صَغِيرًا

Rabbi-rhamhuma kama rabbayani saghira

My Lord, have mercy upon them as they raised me when I was small.

Benefit and Reflection

The Quranic dua for parents. Continue to make this dua even after they pass away — it is a continuing charity (sadaqah jariyah) that benefits them.

Reference: Quran 17:24

Dua for a Righteous Spouse

Our Lord, grant us from our spouses and offspring comfort to our eyes, and make us a leader for the righteous.

Dua for Righteous Children

My Lord, grant me a righteous child.