اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا
O Allah, I ask You for knowledge that is beneficial, provision that is pure, and deeds that are accepted.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan
When to Read
This dua is recommended to be recited immediately after the Fard (obligatory) prayers, as it is a crucial moment when our supplications are often granted. It's a powerful way to ask Allah to help us internalize the lessons of our prayer and apply them to our lives, specifically by enabling us to fulfill the trusts (amanah) and responsibilities He has placed upon us.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a present heart after completing your obligatory prayers. Imagine Allah turning to you after you finish the tasleem (the final salutations). Raise your hands slightly if possible, as is the custom for supplication, and focus on the meaning of each part: seeking useful knowledge, pure sustenance, and deeds that Allah will accept. This focus is key to its effectiveness.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful dua encapsulates seeking three essential elements for a righteous life. Firstly, 'beneficial knowledge' ( 'ilman nafi'an) means knowledge that leads to righteous action and brings us closer to Allah. Secondly, 'pure provision' (rizqan tayyiban) asks for lawful and wholesome sustenance, which is vital for our well-being and the acceptance of our worship. Most importantly, 'accepted deeds' ('amalan mutaqabbalan) is the ultimate goal – actions that Allah is pleased with and rewards. By asking for these, we are essentially asking Allah to empower us to fulfill all our trusts, both those owed to Him (like worship and fulfilling His commands) and those owed to creation (like our jobs, family duties, and promises). This ensures our actions are pleasing and our lives are balanced.
Source & Authentication
‘Aishah (may Allah be pleased with her) said: The Prophet (peace be upon him) used to invoke Allah after the prayer and say: Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan. (O Allah, I ask You for knowledge that is beneficial, provision that is pure, and deeds that are accepted).