اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلاً مُتَقَبَّلاً
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, pure provision, and deeds that are accepted.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.
When to Read
This dua is specifically recommended to be recited immediately after the obligatory Fajr (morning) prayer. It's a beautiful way to start your day, asking Allah for the tools needed to navigate life with clarity and purpose. Imagine sitting down after Fajr, the world is just waking up, and you're seeking divine guidance for the hours ahead.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and focus after completing the Fard (obligatory) portion of the Fajr prayer, before engaging in other activities. Raise your hands as you do with other duas, and ask with conviction. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us to ask Allah for what we need, and this is a comprehensive supplication for spiritual and worldly well-being.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua every morning after Fajr is a means of seeking Allah's blessings for: - **Beneficial Knowledge ('ilman nafi'an):** Knowledge that leads to good deeds, understanding of faith, and practical wisdom that benefits both the individual and society. - **Pure Provision (rizqan tayyiban):** Seeking lawful and good sustenance, that which is free from any taint of haram (forbidden) and brings ease and barakah (blessing). - **Accepted Deeds ('amalan mutaqabbalan):** Asking Allah to accept the good deeds we perform throughout the day. Acceptance from Allah is the ultimate goal, transforming our efforts into something that truly counts in the Hereafter. This supplication encapsulates a holistic request, asking for the spiritual, intellectual, and material necessities for a blessed day.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Huraira: The Prophet (ﷺ) used to say: 'O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, pure provision, and accepted deeds.' (Sahih Muslim 745). The context here is the morning, a time for new beginnings and seeking guidance for the day's journey. By asking for these three things, we are essentially asking for the light to see the truth, the strength to act upon it, and the acceptance of our efforts.