اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provision, and deeds that are accepted.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan
When to Read
This dua can be recited at any time, but it's particularly poignant to make it after Fajr prayer, as it's reported that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would often make dua after this prayer. You can make it for yourself, and then extend its intention to your spouse, asking Allah to bless both of you with ease in your provisions and to protect your household from the anxieties that financial hardship can bring.
How to Read
Make this dua with sincerity and conviction, raising your hands as is the practice when making supplication. Focus on the meaning of the words: asking for knowledge that benefits you, provision that is pure and lawful, and deeds that Allah accepts. Imagine Allah's grace showering upon your spouse and your shared life, alleviating any potential financial burdens and fostering contentment.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive dua encapsulates three essential requests that lead to well-being in this life and the next. Beneficial knowledge helps us navigate life's challenges wisely. Good provision ensures that our needs are met in a way that is pleasing to Allah, preventing us from resorting to unlawful means. Accepted deeds are the foundation of our akhirah, and asking for them to be accepted is a sign of seeking Allah's pleasure. By asking for these for ourselves and our spouse, we are essentially seeking a life free from the stress and strain that financial difficulties can cause, as these three elements contribute to overall contentment and stability.
Source & Authentication
When the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would finish his prayer, he would say: Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan (O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provision, and deeds that are accepted).