اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provision, and accepted deeds.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman naafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan
When to Read
This dua can be recited before you have to speak, whether it's giving a presentation, addressing a group, or even having an important conversation. Reciting it in the morning after Fajr prayer is a powerful way to start your day seeking Allah's help in all your endeavors, including facing challenges like public speaking.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, turning to Allah with complete reliance. It's best to raise your hands as you would in supplication, focusing on the meaning of the words and visualizing Allah granting you ease and success. You can say it once or multiple times, as you feel."The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to say this after the salam of his prayer." (Sunan Ibn Majah 925). While it is specifically mentioned after prayer, the general supplication for beneficial knowledge, good provision, and accepted deeds is applicable at any time, especially when seeking strength for a task.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful dua encompasses three crucial elements for success in this life and the next. 'Beneficial knowledge' helps us understand what is right and wrong, guiding our actions. 'Good provision' ensures we have the means to sustain ourselves and our families in a lawful way. 'Accepted deeds' is the ultimate goal, as it means our worship and efforts are pleasing to Allah. When facing the fear of public speaking, having Allah's help in these areas can bring about confidence and ease, as you are relying on His strength and guidance.
Source & Authentication
The Mother of the Faithful, Aisha (may Allah be pleased with her), narrated that whenever the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ concluded his prayer, he would say: اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا (Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman naafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan). 'O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provision, and accepted deeds.' — Sunan Ibn Majah 925