اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا
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 beautiful dua is particularly potent when recited during the blessed hours of the last third of the night, a time when Allah descends to the lowest heaven and answers the prayers of those who call upon Him. It can be recited after completing your tahajjud prayer or at any point during this special time, after you have made your personal supplications for your needs and desires.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and a humble heart. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us to ask Allah for things that are beneficial, both in this life and the next. The 'accepted deeds' refers to actions performed sincerely for Allah's sake, which He graciously accepts. Begin by praising Allah and sending blessings upon the Prophet ﷺ, then make your personal duas, and conclude with this supplication.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses three vital aspects for a believer: beneficial knowledge that guides us, pure provision that sustains us without bringing harm or sin, and accepted deeds that earn Allah's pleasure and reward. By asking for these, we are essentially seeking Allah's blessing in all facets of our lives, ensuring our actions are pleasing to Him, especially during the spiritually charged atmosphere of the last third of the night, which is a prime time for duaa acceptance.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to say when dawn approached: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.' (O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, pure provision, and deeds that are accepted.) - Sunan Ibn Majah 925. This hadith highlights a specific dua the Prophet ﷺ would make in the morning, reflecting the importance of seeking these three things, which are especially relevant when one is engaged in night worship and seeking Allah's closeness.