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 naafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan
When to Read
This dua is particularly relevant when you're faced with a decision that carries weight, and you're unsure of the right path. It's a way of turning to Allah before making your choice, seeking His guidance and blessing in the outcome. You can recite it in the morning after Fajr prayer, as the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to do, to set the tone for your day and seek Allah's help in all your undertakings, including decisions.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and a humble heart. Visualize Allah's knowledge encompassing all things and His wisdom guiding your path. It's best recited after the obligatory prayers, particularly Fajr, but can be said anytime you feel the need for clarity and reliance on Allah when faced with significant choices. Ensure you understand the meaning of the words as you speak them.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive dua, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, is a powerful tool for navigating life's complexities. By asking for beneficial knowledge, you're seeking wisdom to make sound decisions. Asking for good provision acknowledges Allah as the sole provider and ensures your sustenance is pure, which in turn can lead to acceptance of your deeds. Finally, asking for accepted deeds is the ultimate goal – that your efforts and choices are pleasing to Allah. This combination directly aids in facing difficult decisions by seeking divine insight and ensuring your actions are aligned with what pleases your Creator, fostering the patience needed to accept His decree, whatever the outcome.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to say in the morning: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman naafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.' (O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provision, and accepted deeds). — Sahih Muslim 735. The narration in Sunan Ibn Majah (3844) includes: 'If he was to sit (after prayer), he would say this. If he was to remain (in his place), he would say this.' This indicates it was a regular practice for seeking Allah's blessings throughout the day.