اللَّهُمَّ عَلِّمْنِي مَا يَنْفَعُنِي، وَانْفَعْنِي بِمَا عَلَّمْتَنِي، وَزِدْنِي عِلْمًا
O Allah, teach me what is beneficial for me, make me benefit from what You have taught me, and increase me in knowledge.
Allahumma 'allimni ma yanfa'uni, wa-nfa'ni bima 'allamtani, wa zidni 'ilman
When to Read
This is a powerful dua to recite when you feel the need to absorb lessons from your experiences, whether it’s a recent challenge, a success, or simply a moment of reflection. It's perfect for the start of a new day, after a significant event, or whenever you're seeking deeper understanding and practical wisdom.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a focused heart. Visualize yourself absorbing the lessons from your life experiences and growing from them. It’s best recited after the obligatory prayers, or during personal supplication (dua) in quiet contemplation. Reflect on the meaning of each phrase as you utter it.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua seeks three crucial things: beneficial knowledge, the ability to apply that knowledge (making it useful), and a continuous increase in beneficial knowledge. It's a holistic approach to learning that goes beyond mere accumulation of facts, aiming for wisdom derived from experience. By asking Allah to make us benefit from what He has taught, we acknowledge that true learning is a gift and a process guided by Him. This leads to a deeper, more impactful understanding of life's events and how to navigate them wisely.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated that Ibn Mas'ud said: The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: 'Allahumma 'allimni ma yanfa'uni, wa-nfa'ni bima 'allamtani, wa zidni 'ilman. (O Allah, teach me what is beneficial for me, make me benefit from what You have taught me, and increase me in knowledge.)' (Sunan Ibn Majah, Book 33, Hadith 3833. Graded Hasan by scholars).