اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلاً مُتَقَبَّلاً
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provision, and acceptable deeds.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan
When to Read
This dua is particularly potent when seeking the strength and ability to undertake Umrah or Hajj, especially when performing these acts during the blessed month of Ramadan. Recite it with sincerity as you prepare for your journey, or even from afar, asking Allah to grant you the physical, spiritual, and financial capacity to fulfill this pillar of Islam. It is a comprehensive supplication that encompasses what one needs for success in this life and the Hereafter, which directly relates to the immense undertaking of Hajj or Umrah.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and firm belief in Allah's ability to grant your request. Raise your hands in supplication, as is the Sunnah, and face the Qiblah if possible. Ensure your heart is present and focused, truly asking Allah for His assistance and acceptance. It's beautiful to make this dua during Ramadan, as the prayers of a fasting person are highly esteemed.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication is a powerful way to ask Allah for the essential components of a successful spiritual endeavor like Hajj or Umrah. * **Beneficial Knowledge ('ilman nafi'an):** This ensures you have the correct understanding of the rituals and their significance, allowing you to perform them properly and gain maximum benefit. * **Good Provision (rizqan tayyiban):** This asks for lawful and pure sustenance to fund your journey and support your family back home, ensuring the Hajj/Umrah is accepted without relying on unlawful means. * **Acceptable Deeds ('amalan mutaqabbalan):** This is the ultimate request, asking Allah to accept your efforts, your worship, and your entire pilgrimage. This is the key to a truly rewarded Hajj or Umrah. When seeking the strength to perform Hajj or Umrah, especially during Ramadan, this dua equips you with the foundational requests needed for a blessed and accepted journey.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Umm Salamah (may Allah be pleased with her) that the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) used to say when he finished the morning 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 acceptable deeds.) — Sunan Ibn Majah 925