اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا
"O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provision, and accepted deeds."
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan
When to Read
This dua is particularly powerful to recite before starting your studies, when facing difficult assignments, or when feeling overwhelmed by academic pressures. Making it a habit before each study session can infuse your efforts with blessings and focus.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and a hopeful heart. Raise your hands if possible, as a sign of supplication. Focus on the meaning of the words and visualize Allah granting you the success and understanding you seek. It's best to say it when you are in a state of purity, though it is permissible to recite it at other times as well.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive dua, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, covers crucial aspects of a Muslim's life. Seeking 'beneficial knowledge' ( 'ilman nafi'an) directly addresses the academic struggle, asking Allah to make our learning useful and impactful. 'Good provision' (rizqan tayyiban) reminds us that worldly sustenance is also from Allah, easing anxieties about balancing studies with life's needs. Finally, asking for 'accepted deeds' ( 'amalan mutaqabbalan) connects our academic efforts to our worship, as striving for knowledge can be an act of devotion. When our knowledge is beneficial, our provision is pure, and our deeds are accepted, Allah grants us inner peace and the strength to persevere through any trial, including academic ones.
Source & Authentication
The Mother of the Believers, 'Aishah (may Allah be pleased with her), said: 'The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to say when he said the prayer: Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan. (O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provision, and accepted deeds.)' — Sunan Ibn Majah 925