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 nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan
When to Read
This powerful supplication is often recited by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ in the morning. It's a comprehensive request for blessings in all aspects of life, particularly relevant when seeking to ensure your wealth is a means to pleasing Allah through good deeds and charity. You can make this dua after Fajr prayer or at any time you reflect on your blessings and wish to use them in a way that is pleasing to Allah.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction. Imagine Allah listening to your plea and granting you the ability to use your wealth wisely. It’s best to recite it with your hands raised, as is the Sunnah when making dua, and to face the Qiblah if possible. Start by praising Allah and sending blessings upon the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ before making the dua, and conclude by doing the same.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses a holistic request for well-being in this life and the hereafter. 'Beneficial knowledge' helps us understand how to navigate life and please Allah. 'Good provision' ensures we have sustenance that is pure and lawful. Crucially, 'acceptable deeds' is the key to ensuring our actions, including charity and good works funded by our wealth, are accepted by Allah. Without acceptance, even immense charitable giving might not bear fruit in the hereafter. It aligns our efforts with divine approval, ensuring our wealth becomes a true source of blessing and reward.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to say when morning came: 'O Allah, I ask You for knowledge that is useful, provision that is pure, and deeds that are accepted.' (Sunan Ibn Majah 925, graded Hasan by scholars). This supplication highlights the interconnectedness of knowledge, provision, and action in achieving a life pleasing to Allah.