اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلاً مُتَقَبَّلاً
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provision, and acceptable deeds.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman naafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan
When to Read
This is a beautiful dua to recite after the Fajr prayer, a time when the heart is often most receptive. You can also make this dua at any point during the day when you feel a sense of emptiness or unfulfillment, seeking Allah's help to redirect your focus towards what truly matters.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction. Imagine the meanings of beneficial knowledge, good provision, and accepted deeds filling your life. Remember that Allah is Al-Aleem (The All-Knowing) and Al-Kareem (The Most Generous), and He answers the supplications of those who turn to Him.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua, taught by our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, encapsulates a holistic approach to seeking fulfillment. Beneficial knowledge guides us, good provision sustains us, and accepted deeds are the ultimate goal that brings satisfaction and closeness to Allah. When we feel unfulfilled, it's often because our focus has shifted away from these core pillars of a meaningful life. By asking for these three things, we are essentially asking Allah to align our priorities with His pleasure.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Hurairah: The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to say: 'O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provision, and acceptable deeds.' (Sahih Muslim 877)