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 dua is particularly potent when recited during the stillness of the night, especially after completing your Tahajjud prayer or during the Sujood (prostration) of your Witr prayer. It's a beautiful supplication to make when your heart is most receptive and your connection with Allah feels strongest, seeking divine acceptance for your efforts.
How to Read
Recite this dua with conviction and a sincere heart. It's often recommended to raise your hands slightly while making dua. Focus on the meaning of each part: seeking knowledge that benefits, sustenance that is pure, and most importantly, worship and good deeds that are accepted by Allah. Consider repeating it three times, as was the practice of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive dua asks for three essential elements for a balanced and pleasing life for Allah. Beneficial knowledge guides us, pure provision sustains us ethically, and accepted deeds are the ultimate goal of our worship. Seeking accepted deeds is crucial, as one can perform many acts of worship without them being accepted due to lack of sincerity or proper adherence to the Sunnah. This supplication is a powerful way to ensure our night worship, and indeed all our acts, are meaningful and rewarded.
Source & Authentication
‘Aishah (may Allah be pleased with her) reported that the Prophet (ﷺ) used to say when he commenced prayer: 'Subhanaakal-lahumma wa bihamdika, wa tabaarakasmuka, wa ta'aala jadduka, wa laa ilaaha ghayruk.' (Glory be to You, O Allah, and praise be to You; blessed be Your name, and exalted be Your majesty; and there is no god but You.) He also said: 'When the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) stood for prayer at night, he would begin by saying: '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.) And when he raised his head from bowing, he would say: 'Sami' Allahu liman hamidah. Allahumma Rabbana wa lakal-hamd.' (Allah hears those who praise Him. O Allah, our Lord, and to You is the praise.)