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 nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.
When to Read
This dua is perfect for moments when you feel adrift during major life changes like the 'empty nest' syndrome after children leave home, or the transition into retirement. Recite it when you wake up in the morning, as the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to do, to set a positive and purposeful tone for your day. It's a way to re-center yourself and seek divine guidance when the familiar structure of your life shifts, leaving a void.
How to Read
Raise your hands gently, as you would during supplication. Recite with sincere intention, focusing on the meaning of seeking beneficial knowledge (to understand your new phase and how to best engage with it), good provision (which encompasses more than just wealth, including well-being and contentment), and acceptable deeds (to find meaningful ways to spend your time and energy). Repeat it consistently each morning to cultivate a habit of seeking Allah's blessings for your day.
Virtues & Benefits
This beautiful dua, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, directly addresses the core needs for navigating change. Beneficial knowledge helps you adapt and find purpose. Good provision ensures you are sustained and content, alleviating anxieties. And acceptable deeds provide a pathway to continued engagement and contribution, filling the space left by former roles and responsibilities. It shifts focus from what is lost to what can be gained and achieved with Allah's help.
Source & Authentication
Fatimah bint Qays (may Allah be pleased with her) reported that the Prophet (ﷺ) used to say when he finished his morning prayer: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan' (O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provision, and acceptable deeds). — Sunan Ibn Majah 925. This hadith is classified as Hasan by some scholars.