Are there prayers for harmony and peace between husband and wife?

yes — worship of Śiva–Pārvatī or Lakṣmī–Nārāyaṇa together is traditional, but honest talk and kindness are the real mantra.

Hindu tradition sees the divine couple as the model for every marriage: Śiva and Pārvatī, Lakṣmī and Nārāyaṇa, Sītā and Rāma, Rādhā and Kṛṣṇa. Couples commonly pray to them together — lighting a lamp on Mondays for Umā-Maheśvara, reading a chapter of the Rāmāyaṇa, or reciting the Śiva Pañcākṣara or Lakṣmī-Nārāyaṇa names. Many wives in the South chant Lalitā Sahasranāma; in the North, the Gaurī pūjā done before marriage is often continued afterwards.

What makes such prayer powerful is doing it together, even for five minutes, with no phone in hand. Ending each day with a short shared prayer is a gentle way to let go of small irritations.

At the same time, prayer does not replace listening, apologising, sharing chores and respecting each other’s families. If there is serious conflict, a counsellor can help; if there is any abuse, seek safety and support first. Dharma never asks anyone to endure harm.

Models: Śiva–Pārvatī, Lakṣmī–Nārāyaṇa, Sītā–Rāma · Source: Purāṇic tradition; common family practice

Dharma Q&A — family & life events · Ask a Jyotishi your own question