اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا.
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, pure provision, and accepted deeds.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman naafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.
When to Read
This dua is excellent to recite in the morning, as it encompasses seeking Allah's help for a productive and righteous day. It's particularly fitting when starting any new task or project, or when facing a day that feels overwhelming with tasks. Recite it with the intention of seeking Allah's blessing in your parents' efforts.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, raising your hands slightly if possible. Visualize your parents being granted the strength and focus to accomplish their tasks. Make it a regular habit, perhaps after Fajr prayer, to invoke Allah's assistance for yourself and your loved ones.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive dua, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, covers the essentials for a successful life in this world and the Hereafter. Beneficial knowledge guides us, pure provision sustains us, and accepted deeds are what truly matter to Allah. By making this dua for your parents, you are asking Allah to grant them the focus and determination to overcome procrastination and achieve what is pleasing to Him, which inherently leads to productivity in all good aspects of life.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to say when the morning came: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman naafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.' (O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, pure provision, and accepted deeds.)