اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا.
O Allah, we ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provision, and deeds accepted.
Allahumma inna nas'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.
When to Read
This is a comprehensive du'a that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would often make, especially in the morning. It is particularly relevant during times of economic hardship, market uncertainty, or when seeking Allah's guidance for livelihoods and stability for ourselves and the entire Ummah. Recite it when waking, or at any time you feel the need for Allah's blessings in your provision and efforts.
How to Read
Recite this du'a with sincerity and conviction. Raise your hands in supplication if possible, facing the Qiblah. Begin by praising Allah and sending blessings upon the Prophet ﷺ. Utter the du'a clearly, focusing on the meaning: asking for knowledge that benefits, provision that is pure and lawful, and deeds that are accepted by Allah. Reflect on how these elements are crucial for individual and collective well-being, especially in challenging economic times.
Virtues & Benefits
This du'a encapsulates seeking the best of both worlds: spiritual and material. Beneficial knowledge guides us in our affairs, good provision sustains us lawfully, and accepted deeds earn us Allah's pleasure. By asking for these collectively, we invoke Allah's mercy upon the Ummah, seeking His intervention to alleviate hardship and foster prosperity. The Prophet's ﷺ consistent practice of this du'a highlights its immense importance and comprehensiveness.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) used to say: 'O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provision, and deeds that are accepted.' (Sahih Muslim 753)