اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provision, and acceptable deeds.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman naafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan
When to Read
This is a powerful dua the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to recite after the morning prayer (Fajr). It's an excellent practice to make it part of your routine after Fajr, especially when you are embarking on seeking knowledge, whether it's through formal study or personal reflection.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a focused heart after completing the morning prayer. Ensure you are in a state of purity (wudu). Raise your hands in supplication as is the custom when making dua. Understand the meaning of the words as you utter them, asking Allah to grant you knowledge that is beneficial – knowledge that brings you closer to Him and guides your actions.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates a comprehensive request for well-being in this life and the hereafter. 'Beneficial knowledge' ( 'ilman naafi'an) specifically refers to knowledge that leads to righteous action, increases one's understanding of Allah, and guides one away from misguidance. It's the kind of knowledge that illuminates the heart and purifies the soul, making us better servants of Allah. The Prophet ﷺ’s habit of reciting this after Fajr highlights its importance in starting the day with a pure intention and seeking Allah's blessings in all endeavors, particularly in the pursuit of knowledge.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, when asked about the best supplication, said: 'Supplication is the essence of worship.' He also used to say after finishing the prayer: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman naafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.' (O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provision, and acceptable deeds.)