اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provisions, and accepted deeds.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan
When to Read
This dua is excellent to recite in the morning after Fajr prayer, but its principles apply throughout the day whenever you find yourself struggling with impatience or a lack of forgiveness towards those in your care, be they employees, domestic staff, or even family members who depend on you.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity, reflecting on its meaning. Visualize yourself embodying the qualities of beneficial knowledge, pure sustenance, and deeds that are accepted by Allah. This mental engagement helps in internalizing the request for Allah to shape your character and actions towards others.
Virtues & Benefits
While this specific dua focuses on beneficial knowledge, good provisions, and accepted deeds, developing a forgiving spirit towards subordinates is a direct outcome of seeking Allah's help and cultivating good character. A forgiving heart is a sign of strong faith and inner peace. It fosters better relationships, reduces personal stress, and earns Allah's pleasure. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: 'Allah does not increase a servant in forgiveness except by an increase in honor.' (Sahih Muslim 2588). This hadith highlights that forgiveness, even for those in positions of less power, elevates one's status both in this life and the Hereafter.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) used to say when morning came: 'O Allah, I ask You for knowledge that is beneficial, provisions that are good, and deeds that are accepted.' (Sunan Ibn Majah 925). While the hadith doesn't directly mention subordinates, the pursuit of accepted deeds inherently includes how we treat others, especially those under our charge.