اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلاً مُتَقَبَّلاً
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, goodly provision, and deeds accepted.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan
When to Read
This dua is recited in the morning, specifically after the Fajr (dawn) prayer. It's a beautiful way to begin your day, aligning your intentions with seeking Allah's blessings for all that you do.
How to Read
Recite this sincerely with the intention of seeking Allah's help for a productive and beneficial day. Focus on the meaning of the words: seeking knowledge that benefits you, sustenance that is pure, and actions that are pleasing to Allah.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful dua encompasses three essential aspects for a fulfilling life: seeking knowledge that is not just acquired but actively useful ('ilman nafi'an), asking for provision that is wholesome and lawful ('rizqan tayyiban), and requesting that one's efforts are accepted by Allah ('amalan mutaqabbalan). By asking for these, we set a positive intention for our day, aiming for spiritual and worldly success that is pleasing to our Creator.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Umm Salamah (may Allah be pleased with her) that when the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) would say the morning prayer, he would say: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.' (O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, goodly provision, and deeds accepted.)