اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provision, and deeds that are accepted.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan
When to Read
This beautiful dua is especially potent when recited on Friday, the best day of the week. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would often recite this dua in the morning prayer (Fajr) on Fridays, making it a perfect habit to adopt. It's also an excellent supplication to make throughout the day, particularly during the blessed hour on Friday when duas are more likely to be answered.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, raising your hands slightly as you would for other supplications. Imagine seeking these three core blessings from Allah: knowledge that benefits you in this life and the next, provision that is pure and lawful, and actions that are pleasing to Allah and receive His acceptance. Focus on the meaning of each word as you utter it.
Virtues & Benefits
This concise yet comprehensive dua encapsulates seeking the most valuable aspects of life. Beneficial knowledge guides us, good provision sustains us without causing us to stray, and accepted deeds form the foundation of our success in the Hereafter. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua, indicating its immense importance and the vast good it encompasses.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to say in the Fajr prayer on Friday: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.' (O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provision, and deeds that are accepted).