اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا
O Allah, I ask You for knowledge that is beneficial, and provision that is pure, and deeds that are accepted.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman naafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan
When to Read
This dua is perfect to recite before starting your revision, as you enter the exam hall, or any time you feel overwhelmed and need Allah's assistance with your studies. It's about seeking beneficial knowledge, which is directly applicable to doing well in exams.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and focus, preferably after your obligatory prayers or during a quiet moment. Raise your hands if possible, as this is a sign of earnest supplication. Visualize Allah (SWT) granting you the understanding and ability to recall what you've learned.
Virtues & Benefits
This is a comprehensive dua that encompasses seeking beneficial knowledge, a pure livelihood, and accepted deeds. By asking for 'ilman naafi'an' (beneficial knowledge), you are directly asking Allah to grant you the understanding, retention, and application of what you study, which is key for exams. It aligns your worldly pursuits with seeking Allah's pleasure.
Source & Authentication
The hadith narrates that when the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) was asked which dua was heard most, he replied: 'The dua of the Prophet Yunus (peace be upon him) when he called out from the darkness: 'There is no god but You; glorified are You! I was indeed among the wrongdoers.' (Al-Anbiya 21:87). It is also narrated that the supplication of Dhul-Nun (Prophet Yunus) which he made in the belly of the fish was: 'La ilaha illa anta, Subhanaka, inni kuntu minadh-zalimin' (There is no god but You; glory to You, indeed I was one of the wrongdoers). So verily Allah the Lord of the Throne, said: 'Has the caller called upon Me in the like of that which he called upon Me? And indeed they will have what they ask for!' (Sahih Muslim 2709). The dua of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) mentioned in Sunan Ibn Majah 925, 'Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman naafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan,' is also a powerful supplication for seeking assistance in all aspects of life, including beneficial knowledge for academic success.