اللَّهُمَّ انْفَعْنِي بِمَا عَلَّمْتَنِي، وَعَلِّمْنِي مَا يَنْفَعُنِي، وَزِدْنِي عِلْمًا
O Allah, benefit me with what You have taught me, and teach me what is beneficial for me, and increase me in knowledge.
Allahumma infa'ni bima 'allamtani, wa 'allimni ma yanfa'uni, wa zidni 'ilma
When to Read
This dua is perfect for anyone embarking on a learning journey, whether it's studying the Quran, Islamic sciences, a new skill, or even secular subjects. Recite it at the beginning of your study session, when you feel overwhelmed by new information, or when you specifically seek clarity and deeper understanding.
How to Read
Recite this supplication sincerely with the intention of seeking Allah's help and guidance in your learning. Raising your hands can be a sign of earnestness, though not strictly required for every dua. Focus on the meaning of the words and the profound request you are making to the All-Knowing Creator.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful dua encapsulates the essence of seeking beneficial knowledge and the divine assistance needed to absorb and utilize it. It acknowledges that true understanding and application of knowledge come only from Allah. By asking to be benefited by what one knows, it highlights the importance of practical application and wisdom. Asking to be taught what is beneficial directs our pursuit towards knowledge that pleases Allah and serves humanity. Finally, asking for an increase in knowledge reflects the Islamic emphasis on lifelong learning and the vastness of Allah's creation, which is a constant source of reflection and discovery.
Source & Authentication
The narrator said: 'I said, 'O Allah's Messenger, teach me something that I may say when I go to sleep.' He said: 'Recite the verse of the Throne: 'Allah! La ilaha illa Huwa Al-Hayyul-Qayyum' (2:255) ... Then he said: 'O Allah, benefit me with what You have taught me, and teach me what is beneficial for me, and increase me in knowledge.' A man said to him: 'O Allah's Messenger, how should we ask for increase in knowledge?' The Prophet (ﷺ) remained silent for a while, then said: 'Ask Allah for knowledge that is beneficial, and seek refuge in Allah from knowledge that is not beneficial.' (The narration includes other advice about sleeping, but the portion relevant to this dua focuses on seeking beneficial knowledge.)