اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, goodly provision, and acceptable deeds.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan
When to Read
This dua is particularly fitting after the Fajr prayer, a time when the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would seek these specific blessings. It's a powerful way to begin your day with a focus on seeking what is beneficial and pleasing to Allah, which naturally fosters gratitude and contentment with whatever He decrees.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely, with a humble heart and a firm belief in Allah's power to grant your requests. Raise your hands slightly as you make the dua, reflecting your reliance on Him. Reflect on the meaning of each request: beneficial knowledge that guides you, pure provision that sustains you, and deeds that are accepted by your Lord. This mindset of seeking what is good and pleasing to Allah is key to developing gratitude.
Virtues & Benefits
Seeking beneficial knowledge allows us to understand Allah's commands and His wisdom behind His decree, leading to greater acceptance. Goodly provision (tayyiban) encompasses not just wealth, but health, family, and peace of mind – all blessings for which to be thankful. Acceptable deeds bring us closer to Allah and are a source of true contentment. By asking for these, we align ourselves with Allah's will, which is the ultimate source of peace and gratitude.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: 'When the Prophet of Allah (ﷺ) used to finish praying in the morning, he would not utter anything before saying: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.' (O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, goodly provision, and acceptable deeds.)' - Sunan Ibn Majah 925. This hadith is graded as Hasan by scholars.