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 powerful dua is ideal to recite in the morning after Fajr prayer. It's a comprehensive request seeking guidance and blessings in three crucial areas: knowledge that benefits, sustenance that is pure, and actions that are accepted by Allah. When you're struggling to recall a specific verse or a Prophet's saying, incorporating this dua can help clear your mind and open the channels of divine remembrance, as beneficial knowledge is a key component of this supplication.
How to Read
Raise your hands in supplication, facing the Qiblah if possible, and recite this dua with sincerity and firm belief in Allah's ability to grant your request. Focus on each part of the dua: 'beneficial knowledge' for understanding and retention, 'goodly provision' for lawful sustenance, and 'acceptable deeds' for a life pleasing to Allah. Repeat it consistently, especially in the morning, to make it a habit that brings continuous blessings.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses a holistic request for a righteous life. By asking for 'beneficial knowledge' (عِلْمًا نَافِعًا), you are directly asking Allah for the ability to learn, understand, and retain knowledge, including the Quran and Sunnah, in a way that truly benefits you in this life and the next. This is precisely what is needed when trying to recall specific verses or sayings. Furthermore, seeking 'goodly provision' (رِزْقًا طَيِّبًا) ensures that your sustenance is pure and lawful, which in turn, is a key factor in the acceptance of your supplications and deeds. Finally, asking for 'acceptable deeds' (عَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا) is the ultimate goal – to live a life that is pleasing to Allah and earns His reward. This comprehensive request sets the foundation for spiritual and worldly well-being, aiding memory and recall through spiritual purification and focus.
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, and sustenance that is pure, and deeds that are accepted.' (Sahih Muslim 7:70)