اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا.
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, goodly provision, and accepted deeds.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.
When to Read
This powerful dua is recited immediately after the Fajr (dawn) prayer. It’s the perfect way to set the tone for your day, asking Allah for the essential elements that lead to a life of purpose and acceptance.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and focus after finishing your Fajr prayer. Imagine each word reaching Allah (Glorified and Exalted is He). Make sure you are in a state of purity (wudu) and facing the Qiblah if possible, though the primary condition is the sincere intention and spoken words.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates so much of what we need for a balanced and fulfilling life. Beneficial knowledge guides us. Goodly provision sustains us ethically. Accepted deeds bring us closer to our Creator. By asking for these three, we are essentially seeking Allah's blessings in our efforts to live a life pleasing to Him, fostering humility and gratitude for what He bestows.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) used to say upon completing the morning prayer: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.' (O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, goodly provision, and accepted deeds).