اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, pure provision, and accepted deeds.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan
When to Read
This dua is perfect to recite at the start of any creative project, whether you're painting, writing, composing, designing, or embarking on any endeavor that requires skill and inspiration. It's also beneficial to make it a habit after completing a creative piece, before sharing it with the world, to seek Allah's blessing and acceptance upon your work.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity, focusing your heart on your intention. Begin with the usual praise of Allah and sending blessings upon the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. As you recite, visualize your creative work as a deed that you are offering to Allah, asking Him to make it beneficial, pure, and accepted. It’s recommended to make dua with conviction, believing that Allah will respond.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful dua encompasses seeking three vital elements for any endeavor: beneficial knowledge (to guide your creativity), pure provision (to sustain your efforts without compromise), and accepted deeds (for your work to be pleasing to Allah and impactful). By asking for accepted deeds, you are entrusting your creative output to Allah, hoping He will bless it, elevate it, and make it a source of good for yourself and others. This reflects true reliance on Allah (Tawakkul) for the success and impact of your artistic contributions.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to say when he set out for the Friday prayer: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.' (O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, pure provision, and accepted deeds.) — Sahih Muslim 730. While the context here is his going out for Jumu'ah, the universality of the request for accepted deeds applies to all aspects of a Muslim's life and work.