اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provision, and acceptable deeds.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman naafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan
When to Read
This dua is particularly potent during the fasting hours, especially in the pre-dawn meal (suhoor) and during the time between iftar and Maghrib, as these are considered times when supplications are readily accepted. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ emphasized seeking beneficial knowledge, good provisions, and accepted deeds, which are all crucial for a successful fast and a life pleasing to Allah.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, raising your hands as you do so. Reflect on the meaning of each request: asking for knowledge that benefits oneself and others, provision that is pure and lawful, and deeds that are accepted by Allah, ensuring our fast and other acts of worship are not in vain. It's recommended to say this daily during Ramadan.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive dua encapsulates three vital aspects of a Muslim's life: seeking knowledge that guides us aright, asking for lawful and pure sustenance to strengthen our worship, and praying for our deeds, including our fast, to be accepted by Allah. Acceptance of deeds is the ultimate goal of any act of worship. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would often repeat this dua upon waking in the morning, highlighting its importance for starting the day with a focus on what truly matters. During fasting, our ability to control desires and dedicate ourselves to Allah is enhanced, making this an opportune time to seek these blessings.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to say when morning came: > **Arabic:** اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا > **Translation:** "O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provision, and acceptable deeds." — Sahih Muslim 7. While this hadith is specifically about the morning supplication, its themes are profoundly relevant to the state of a fasting person, who is striving for purity, self-discipline, and closeness to Allah.