اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلاً مُتَقَبَّلاً.
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, goodly provision, and acceptable deeds.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman naafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.
When to Read
This beautiful dua is an excellent supplication to make regularly, especially in the morning after Fajr prayer, seeking Allah's blessings in all aspects of life, including our financial dealings. It's a comprehensive request for goodness and acceptance, which encompasses all our worldly and otherworldly affairs.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, raising your hands as you do. Imagine the vastness of Allah's mercy and His ability to grant you everything you ask for. It's recommended to be in a state of purity (wudu) if possible, facing the Qiblah. Start by praising Allah and sending blessings upon the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication is incredibly comprehensive. Asking for 'beneficial knowledge' ensures our actions are guided by wisdom and the Shari'ah. 'Goodly provision' (rizqan tayyiban) is a broad request for lawful, pure, and abundant sustenance, which directly addresses ease in financial dealings. Seeking 'acceptable deeds' ensures that our efforts, including our work and transactions, are pleasing to Allah and bring us reward, not punishment. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would often recite this dua after the morning prayer, indicating its importance in starting the day with Allah's blessing.
Source & Authentication
Umm Salamah (may Allah be pleased with her) said: Whenever the Prophet (ﷺ) would finish his morning prayer, he would say: 'O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, and goodly provision, and acceptable deeds.'