اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا.
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, goodly provision, and acceptable deeds.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman naafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.
When to Read
This dua is specifically recommended to be recited immediately upon waking in the morning, before starting any other activities. It's a powerful way to set the intention for your day and seek divine assistance from the outset.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely with full conviction. It's best recited while still in bed after waking, or as you are getting up. The intention is to ask Allah for what is best for you in this life and the next, starting from the very beginning of your day.
Virtues & Benefits
This beautiful dua encapsulates three of the most important requests for a fulfilling life. 1. **Beneficial Knowledge ('Ilman Naafi'an):** This isn't just academic learning, but knowledge that guides you to what is right, protects you from error, and increases your understanding of Allah and His creation. 2. **Goodly Provision (Rizqan Tayyiban):** This refers to sustenance that is pure, lawful, and brings ease and contentment. It encompasses more than just wealth; it includes health, family, and peace of mind. 3. **Acceptable Deeds ('Amalan Mutaqabbalan):** This is the ultimate goal – to perform actions that are pleasing to Allah. It signifies that our efforts, whether big or small, are acknowledged and rewarded by Him. Seeking these three from Allah first thing in the morning aligns our day with divine purpose and seeks His blessings in all aspects of our lives.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Umm Salamah (may Allah be pleased with her) that when the Prophet (peace be upon him) woke up, he would say: 'O Allah, I ask You for knowledge that is useful, provision that is good and lawful, and deeds that are accepted.'