اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلاً مُتَقَبَّلاً.
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, goodly provision, and acceptable deeds.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.
When to Read
This dua is recited immediately after the Fajr (dawn) prayer, before engaging with the day's activities. It's a powerful way to align your intentions with Allah's will as you begin your day, asking for the capacity to handle your responsibilities with sincerity and effectiveness.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a focused heart after completing the obligatory Fajr prayer. Make a conscious effort to embody its meaning throughout your day. It's recommended to have the intention of seeking Allah's help in all your endeavors, big or small, and to strive for knowledge that benefits yourself and others, sustenance that is pure, and actions that are accepted by your Creator.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication is profoundly comprehensive, covering the essential elements for a fulfilling day in this life and the next. * **Beneficial Knowledge ('ilman nafi'an):** Seeking knowledge that guides you, increases your understanding of Islam, and helps you discern truth from falsehood. This isn't just academic; it's knowledge that leads to righteous action. * **Goodly Provision (rizqan tayyiban):** Asking for sustenance that is lawful, pure, and sufficient. This encompasses more than just wealth; it includes health, family, and opportunities that are blessed by Allah. * **Acceptable Deeds ('amalan mutaqabbalan):** The ultimate goal is to perform actions that are pleasing to Allah. This requires sincerity (ikhlas), adherence to the Sunnah, and performing deeds correctly. This part of the dua asks for the ability to do so and for Allah to accept them.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) used to say when the morning came: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.' (O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, goodly provision, and acceptable deeds.) — Sahih Muslim 7:1666