اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا
O Allah, I ask You for knowledge that is beneficial, lawful provision, and deeds that are accepted.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan
When to Read
This is a comprehensive dua that can be recited after any obligatory or voluntary prayer, or at any time you seek Allah's blessings in your finances and overall well-being. It's particularly beneficial when starting a new financial endeavor, feeling overwhelmed by expenses, or simply wishing to maintain a balanced and blessed financial life.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, raising your hands as you would in supplication. Focus on your intention, seeking Allah's help to earn lawfully, manage your wealth wisely, and avoid falling into debt. Visualize the positive outcomes of Allah's guidance in your financial affairs.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses seeking three crucial elements for a successful life, including financial stability: beneficial knowledge helps us make sound decisions, lawful provision ensures our wealth is pure and blessed, and accepted deeds bring us closer to Allah. By asking for these, we are essentially asking for Allah's guidance to manage our finances in a way that is pleasing to Him, which naturally leads to avoiding impermissible means and the burden of debt. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua as a profound request for holistic well-being, which certainly includes financial health.
Source & Authentication
The mother of the faithful, 'Aishah (may Allah be pleased with her), said: The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ never passed a day without reciting these words in the morning: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan' (O Allah, I ask You for knowledge that is beneficial, lawful provision, and deeds that are accepted). — Sunan Ibn Majah 925. This hadith highlights the Prophet's ﷺ continuous reliance on Allah for well-being in all aspects of life, including provision.