اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, goodly provision, and acceptable deeds.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan
When to Read
This dua is excellent to recite before starting your workday, or specifically before you anticipate a difficult interaction. It helps to invoke Allah's blessings on your actions and intentions, setting a foundation for patience and a calm disposition.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity, focusing on the meaning of asking Allah for what is beneficial in your work and striving for excellence in your actions. Understanding that your efforts are ultimately for Allah's pleasure can be a great source of inner peace.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful dua, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, encompasses a holistic request for well-being in one's endeavors. By asking for 'beneficial knowledge,' we seek understanding and wisdom to navigate challenging situations effectively. 'Goodly provision' reminds us that our sustenance is from Allah, fostering gratitude and reducing anxiety. 'Acceptable deeds' encourages us to perform our duties with sincerity and excellence, knowing that Allah accepts those actions performed for His sake. This combination fosters a mindset of reliance on Allah and a desire to do one's best, which are crucial for maintaining composure when faced with difficult customers.
Source & Authentication
Reported by Umm Salamah (may Allah be pleased with her): She said, 'O Messenger of Allah, what is the supplication the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) most frequently made when he was near the end of his life?' He said: 'O Turner of the hearts, make my heart firm in Your religion.' Umm Salamah said: 'O Messenger of Allah, what about the supplication of the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) concerning the Quran?' He said: 'O Allah, make the Quran the delight of my heart, and the light of my chest, and a remover of my sadness, and a banisher of my anxiety.' And he mentioned another hadith: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.' (O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, goodly provision, and acceptable deeds.)