اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلاً مُتَقَبَّلاً
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provisions, and deeds that are accepted.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan
When to Read
This dua is recommended to be recited immediately after the Fajr (dawn) prayer. It's a beautiful way to begin your day, seeking Allah's blessings for knowledge, sustenance, and acceptance of your actions, setting a positive and productive tone for whatever lies ahead.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and focus. Imagine yourself asking directly from Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta'ala). It's best recited after completing the obligatory Fajr prayer, perhaps while still in your prayer rug, before engaging in other daily activities.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua daily after Fajr is a Sunnah of our Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. It encompasses seeking three crucial aspects for a fulfilling life: beneficial knowledge that guides us, pure and lawful provisions that sustain us, and righteous deeds that are accepted by Allah, leading to His pleasure and reward. This prayer reflects a holistic approach to seeking Allah's grace for both this world and the Hereafter.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Umm Salamah (may Allah be pleased with her): The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, upon completing the morning prayer (Fajr), would say: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.' (O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provisions, and deeds that are accepted.)