اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good 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 waking up in the morning, before engaging in any other activities. It sets a positive and purposeful tone for the entire day, seeking Allah's blessings in the key aspects of life: knowledge, sustenance, and righteous actions.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and conviction in your heart. Visualize asking Allah for these three essential things. It is a beautiful practice to say it while still in your place of sleep, or just after sitting up. Your voice should be clear and your focus should be on seeking Allah's help.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates a comprehensive request for a fulfilling day. Beneficial knowledge guides us to do what is right and avoid what is wrong. Good provision ensures that our sustenance is pure and blessed, which in turn has a positive impact on our worship and well-being. Finally, asking for acceptable deeds means our efforts in pleasing Allah are recognized and rewarded, leading to true contentment. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this specific dua to Umm Salamah (may Allah be pleased with her) as a way to ensure a good start to the day. (Sunan Ibn Majah 3845)
Source & Authentication
Umm Salamah (may Allah be pleased with her) said: Whenever the Prophet (ﷺ) would finish his morning prayer, he would say: 'O Allah, I ask You for knowledge that is beneficial, sustenance that is good and pure, and deeds that are accepted.'