اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلاً مُتَقَبَّلاً.
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, pure provision, and deeds that are accepted.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman naafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.
When to Read
This dua is particularly fitting for someone embarking on a journey, especially one with the intention of seeking Islamic knowledge. Recite it at the start of your trip, during your travels, or upon reaching your destination before you begin your studies. It's a comprehensive request for the essential elements of a meaningful and righteous life, which are amplified when seeking knowledge in a new environment.
How to Read
Make this dua with sincerity and a focused heart, turning to Allah (Exalted is He) with humility. Raise your hands if possible, a gesture of supplication. Visualize the acceptance of your prayer and the fulfillment of your requests for knowledge, sustenance, and deeds.
Virtues & Benefits
This short yet powerful dua encapsulates a traveler's aspirations for spiritual and worldly well-being. 'Beneficial knowledge' ('ilm naafi'an) is knowledge that not only enlightens the mind but also purifies the heart and guides actions, leading to a closer relationship with Allah. 'Pure provision' (rizqan tayyiban) encompasses lawful and wholesome sustenance, crucial for maintaining strength and avoiding haram influences while abroad. 'Accepted deeds' ('amalan mutaqabbalan) is the ultimate goal – for our worship and efforts to be recognized and rewarded by our Creator. This dua, when sincerely made, seeks a holistic well-being for the traveler.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Umm Salamah (may Allah be pleased with her): The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) used to say, when he finished the morning prayer: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman naafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.' (O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, pure provision, and deeds that are accepted.)