اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا.
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 specifically recommended to be recited immediately after the Fajr (dawn) prayer, before engaging in worldly affairs. It's part of the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ morning remembrance, setting a positive and trusting tone for the day's endeavors, including the pursuit of lawful sustenance.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction after completing the obligatory Fajr prayer. Focus on the meaning of each word, acknowledging Allah's power to grant knowledge, provision, and acceptance of deeds. It is best recited while still seated in your prayer area, facing the Qiblah, though it can be recited even if you've already stood up or begun other activities, as long as it's soon after Fajr.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua invokes Allah's blessings for a day that is focused on beneficial pursuits. Asking for 'beneficial knowledge' aids in understanding and implementing Islam correctly, which in turn leads to better decisions in all aspects of life, including financial ones. 'Good provisions' (rizqan tayyiban) encompasses not just wealth, but also health, family, and peace of mind – all blessed by Allah. Seeking 'accepted deeds' ensures our efforts, whether in worship or seeking livelihood, are pleasing to Allah, a source of ultimate contentment and protection from despair, including that brought by financial struggle.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Umm Salamah (may Allah be pleased with her): Whenever the Prophet (peace be upon him) recited the morning prayer (Fajr), and he concluded the salutation, he 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.)