اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, goodly provision, and acceptable deeds.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan
When to Read
This is a comprehensive dua the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would often recite after the morning prayer (Fajr). It's perfect to invoke when starting your workday, before embarking on business activities, or whenever you feel the need to seek Allah's guidance and blessing for your livelihood.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and focus, preferably after Fajr prayer. Raise your hands slightly, as is customary when making dua. Understand the meaning of each word and ask Allah with certainty that He will answer you. Ensure your business practices are aligned with Islamic ethics; this dua is a request for lawful and blessed provision.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates a believer's holistic request to Allah for well-being in both worldly and religious matters. 'Beneficial knowledge' helps one navigate life correctly, 'goodly provision' ensures lawful and abundant sustenance, and 'acceptable deeds' guarantees that one's efforts are pleasing to Allah. It's a powerful supplication for overall success that encompasses ethical conduct in business.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) would say, 'Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.' (O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, goodly provision, and acceptable deeds.) This narration is found in Sahih Muslim, Kitab al-Adhkar, Bab al-Dhikr ba'd al-Salat.