اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلاً مُتَقَبَّلاً
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provisions, and deeds that are accepted.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan
When to Read
This dua is recommended to be recited daily during the white days of the Islamic month (the 13th, 14th, and 15th days). It's particularly potent when breaking your fast, asking Allah for what you need for this life and the next.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and heartfelt supplication. Raising your hands is optional but often a sign of earnest pleading. Focus on the meaning of the words as you utter them, asking Allah for genuine benefit in your knowledge, purity in your sustenance, and acceptance of your worship.
Virtues & Benefits
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us this comprehensive dua during the month of Ramadan, signifying its immense value. Fasting the white days is a Sunnah encouraged by the Prophet ﷺ, often described as equivalent to fasting for a lifetime. This specific dua encapsulates seeking three crucial pillars of a balanced Muslim life: beneficial knowledge that guides us, pure sustenance that nourishes us, and accepted deeds that bring us closer to Allah. By combining the spiritual discipline of fasting with this focused supplication, we aim to attain Allah's pleasure and reward.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to say when the morning came during Ramadan: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan' (O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provisions, and deeds that are accepted).