اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, pure provision, and deeds accepted.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan
When to Read
This powerful dua is best recited after Fajr (dawn) prayer, as it was the practice of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. It's a beautiful way to set the intention for the day, seeking blessings in your efforts to learn and work. Recite it whenever you embark on a new learning endeavor or begin your daily tasks, asking Allah to imbue your pursuits with purpose and acceptance.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a humble heart. Raise your hands slightly, as you would when making any dua. Focus on the meaning of each phrase: asking for knowledge that benefits you and others, provision that is lawful and pure, and deeds that are pleasing to Allah. It's the intention and the connection with Allah that matter most.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates the core of seeking worldly and otherworldly success through divine guidance. 'Beneficial knowledge' ('ilman nafi'an) is knowledge that leads to righteous action, understanding of faith, and ultimately, closeness to Allah. It's not just about accumulating facts, but about knowledge that transforms you and benefits society. Seeking 'pure provision' (rizqan tayyiban) ensures that your sustenance is lawful and blessed, free from any ill-gotten gains. And asking for 'accepted deeds' ('amalan mutaqabbalan) is the ultimate goal – to have our efforts in worship, work, and learning recognized and rewarded by Allah.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Huraira: The Prophet ﷺ used to say, 'O Allah, I ask for beneficial knowledge, pure provision, and acceptable deeds.' He used to say this after the dawn prayer. (Sunan Ibn Majah 2594, Sahih)