اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, goodly provision, and deeds accepted.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman naafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan
When to Read
This dua is particularly potent after Fajr prayer, as it’s a time when the heart is most receptive and the day is just beginning. It’s also beneficial to recite it whenever you feel a lack of clarity regarding Allah's Oneness, or when you are about to embark on seeking knowledge or performing an act of worship. Making it a regular part of your morning routine can help you start each day with a renewed focus on the core of your faith: Tawhid.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and a humble heart, focusing on the meaning of each word. Raise your hands as you would in supplication and face the Qiblah if possible. Ensure you are in a state of purity (wudu). Understand that asking for 'beneficial knowledge' is asking for knowledge that leads you closer to Allah and helps you understand His Oneness (Tawhid) better. 'Goodly provision' encompasses not just wealth but all blessings that are pure and lawful. 'Accepted deeds' are those performed sincerely for Allah's pleasure and in accordance with His commands.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful supplication encompasses the three pillars of a believer's life. Beneficial knowledge purifies the intellect and guides one towards understanding Tawhid. Goodly provision sustains the body and allows for worship without undue hardship. Accepted deeds are the ultimate goal of our existence, as they are the means by which we gain Allah's pleasure. By asking for these three, we are essentially asking Allah to grant us the ability to live a life grounded in Tawhid, where our intentions, actions, and sustenance are all aligned with His will. This leads to a deeper, more meaningful connection with Allah, the very essence of comprehending and living Tawhid.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Hurairah: The Prophet ﷺ used to say: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman naafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.' (O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, goodly provision, and deeds accepted.)