اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا.
O Allah, I ask You for knowledge that is beneficial, provision that is pure, and deeds that are accepted.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.
When to Read
This powerful supplication is particularly potent after the Fard (obligatory) prayers. It's a moment when our hearts are tender and focused on Allah. You can also make it a regular part of your morning routine, asking for Allah's blessings upon your knowledge, sustenance, and actions for the day.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and a hopeful heart. Raise your hands as you would when making other duas, facing the Qiblah if possible. Believe that Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta'ala) hears your plea and has the power to grant it. Remember to make sincere repentance for any sins beforehand, as seeking forgiveness is often the key that unlocks divine doors.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses three essential pillars for a balanced and blessed life: beneficial knowledge that guides us, pure provision that sustains us, and accepted deeds that draw us closer to Allah. By asking for these, we are essentially asking for Allah's favor in all aspects of our existence. Beneficial knowledge opens the doors to understanding Deen and Dunya correctly. Pure provision means Allah blesses our earnings and our sustenance, making it a source of strength and not a burden. Accepted deeds are those performed for Allah's sake alone and in accordance with His commands, which are the ultimate key to success in this life and the Hereafter. When our deeds are accepted, it signifies Allah's pleasure with us, which in turn opens the doors to His mercy and all good.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) used to say, when he had finished the morning prayer: Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan. (O Allah, I ask You for knowledge that is beneficial, provision that is pure, and deeds that are accepted.) — Sunan Ibn Majah 3844, Sahih Muslim 7:43