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 naafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.
When to Read
This dua is perfect for those moments when you're stepping into something new. Whether it's a new job, a new phase of life, or simply the start of a new day, reciting this can help center your intentions. It’s especially powerful when you feel a bit uncertain or overwhelmed by the prospect of change. Making it part of your morning routine, or reciting it just before embarking on a new endeavor, can set a positive and purposeful tone.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity, focusing on each word and its meaning. Imagine asking Allah (Glorified and Exalted is He) for the best in these three areas as you begin your new chapter. Raise your hands in supplication as you make this dua. It’s beneficial to reflect on what 'beneficial knowledge,' 'good provision,' and 'acceptable deeds' mean for your specific situation as you say it.
Virtues & Benefits
This beautiful dua, taught by our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, is comprehensive. It covers the essential elements for success in this life and the Hereafter. Beneficial knowledge guides us to what is right, good provision sustains us without transgressing Allah's limits, and acceptable deeds are those that are done sincerely for His pleasure and in accordance with His commands. By asking for these, we seek Allah's blessing and guidance for our new beginnings, ensuring our efforts are directed towards what truly matters.
Source & Authentication
Umm Salamah (may Allah be pleased with her) said: The Messenger of Allah ﷺ used to say, when he had performed the Subh prayer, as he raised his voice in supplication: 'O Allah, I ask You for knowledge that is beneficial, sustenance that is pure, and deeds that are acceptable.'