اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا.
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, goodly provision, and acceptable deeds.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman naafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.
When to Read
This powerful supplication is especially potent during the stillness of Tahajjud, the night prayer. When you're standing before Allah, the universe hushed around you, is the perfect time to seek His guidance for significant life choices like career paths. The quiet solitude allows for deep reflection and sincere asking, making this dua a cornerstone of seeking divine clarity when faced with important decisions.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and a hopeful heart during your Tahajjud prayer, preferably after completing your rak'ahs and before concluding with your regular supplications. Imagine Allah, the All-Knowing, listening to your heartfelt plea. Focus on the meaning of each word: asking for knowledge that truly benefits you, provision that is pure and lawful, and deeds that are accepted by Him. Raising your hands in supplication while reciting is Sunnah.
Virtues & Benefits
This concise yet comprehensive dua, taught by our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, encompasses the essence of seeking Allah's blessings for a life of purpose and fulfillment. Beneficial knowledge guides us to the right path, goodly provision sustains us lawfully, and accepted deeds are what truly matter in our Hereafter. Seeking these during Tahajjud amplifies the potential for Allah to grant clarity and wisdom in our decisions, especially when facing career choices that impact our deen and dunya.
Source & Authentication
Umm Salamah (may Allah be pleased with her) narrated: The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to say, after the salam of the Dhuhr prayer, while he was still sitting, 'O Allah, I ask You for knowledge that is beneficial, and provision that is good and lawful, and deeds that are accepted.' [Sahih Muslim 7:105]