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 ideal to recite upon arriving in a new place, whether for travel, a new job, or a new residence. It's particularly fitting when seeking Allah's guidance and acceptance in unfamiliar surroundings, as you embark on a new chapter. Recite it as you settle in, asking Allah to bless your new environment and your actions within it.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and a hopeful heart. Make it a habit as you enter your new dwelling or even as you begin your first day in a new city or workplace. Raise your hands if appropriate for the setting, and ensure you are facing the Qiblah if possible, although sincerity is the most crucial element.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates a comprehensive request for well-being in this life and the hereafter. Beneficial knowledge guides us, good provision sustains us, and accepted deeds are the ultimate goal of our worship. By asking for these three things, especially when entering a new phase of life, we are seeking Allah's blessing and protection to ensure our journey, both physical and spiritual, is on the right path.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: 'When a new day dawns, the sun does not rise but the two sides of the earth cry out: O Allah, give us our sustenance from those who obey You and give our enemies sustenance from those who disobey You.' And he would say: 'O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provision, and acceptable deeds.' (Sunan Ibn Majah 925). This narration highlights the constant need for sustenance and Allah's provision, emphasizing that our actions and knowledge should be aligned with His obedience, especially as we face new beginnings.