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 nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan
When to Read
The Rawdah, the area between the Prophet's ﷺ minbar and his chamber, is a uniquely blessed place in Masjid an-Nabawi. The Prophet ﷺ said it is one of the gardens of Paradise. Given its immense virtue, making heartfelt dua here, especially during times of prayer or quiet reflection, is highly recommended. This specific dua is excellent to recite when you find yourself in this sacred space, seeking a comprehensive request for spiritual and worldly well-being.
How to Read
Approach the Rawdah with reverence and humility. Face the Qiblah or the direction of the Prophet's ﷺ grave (without touching or circumambulating), place your hands gently, and make this sincere supplication. It’s about the sincerity of your heart and your connection with Allah. Speak from your heart, embodying the meaning of the words you recite. Remember that the Prophet ﷺ would also make extensive personal supplications in this area.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates three crucial aspects of a Muslim's life: beneficial knowledge that guides us, pure provision that sustains us, and righteous deeds that are accepted by Allah. The Prophet ﷺ would frequently make this dua after the Fajr prayer, highlighting its significance and the comprehensive good it seeks. Making it in the Rawdah amplifies the potential for its acceptance, as it is a place explicitly described as a piece of Paradise.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: 'When one of you finishes the prayer and says it before turning away, and before speaking: O Allah, I ask You for knowledge that is useful, and provision that is good and deeds that are accepted. Then if he does that on that day, he will not be granted that which he asks for that day.' [Sahih Muslim 761]. While this hadith is specifically mentioned in the context after Fajr prayer, the principles of seeking these three things are universally beneficial. Making this dua in the Rawdah, a place of immense spiritual significance, carries its own special virtue.