اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلاً مُتَقَبَّلاً
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, goodly provision, and deeds accepted.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan
When to Read
This dua is recommended to be recited after the obligatory prayers, specifically after the Tasleem (the final salutation of the prayer). It’s a beautiful way to conclude your Salah by turning to Allah for essential provisions for this life and the hereafter.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely after you have finished your prayer and said the Tasleem. Focus on the meaning of each part of the dua: seeking knowledge that benefits you, sustenance that is pure and lawful, and actions that are accepted by Allah. It's a moment of turning your heart fully to your Creator.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication encapsulates seeking the best of both worlds. Beneficial knowledge guides us to do right. Goodly provision sustains us and our families without burden. Accepted deeds are those that please Allah and earn His reward. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ himself made this dua, highlighting its immense importance and comprehensive nature.
Source & Authentication
When the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ finished his prayer, he would say (reciting the specified dua) and he used to say: 'O Allah, I ask You for knowledge that is beneficial, good and pure provision, and deeds that are accepted.'