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 profound dua is perfect for reciting during Suhoor, right after Fajr prayer, or at any point during the day in Ramadan when you feel your concentration wavering. Ramadan is a time of intense spiritual focus, and distractions can pull us away from that goal. Making this dua is a proactive step to ensure our intentions and actions remain pure and directed towards Allah.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and presence of heart. Visualize the beneficial knowledge aiding your understanding of deen, the good provision allowing you to fulfill your obligations and help others, and the acceptable deeds being the very reason for your Ramadan worship. Raise your hands as you make dua, as this is a Sunnah during supplication, and face the Qiblah if possible. Ensure you are in a state of Wudu if reciting after Fajr. The key is humility and acknowledging that all good things come from Allah.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ himself, is a comprehensive request for the essential elements that lead to a successful life, both in this world and the Hereafter. Beneficial knowledge ( 'ilman naafi'an) helps us worship Allah correctly and navigate life's challenges. Good provision (rizqan tayyiban) ensures we have what we need without resorting to haram means, and allows us to be generous. Most importantly, asking for acceptable deeds ('amalan mutaqabbalan) is crucial, as it's not just about *doing* good deeds, but about them being accepted by Allah, which is the ultimate success. In Ramadan, focusing on these three aspects will naturally shield us from distractions, as our minds and hearts will be occupied with seeking what is truly valuable.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to say when he began his prayer: 'Subhanak Allahumma wa bi-hamdik, wa tabarakasmuk, wa ta'ala jadduka, wa la ilaha ghayruk.' (Glory be to You, O Allah, and praise be to You. Blessed be Your Name, and exalted be Your Majesty. There is no god but You.) and when he concluded his prayer: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman naafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.' (O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provision, and acceptable deeds.) — Sunan Ibn Majah 3844, graded Hasan. Sahih Muslim 7 records a similar dua but within the context of seeking refuge in Allah's words from what He created.