اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلاً مُتَقَبَّلاً.
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provisions, and deeds that are accepted.
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman naafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.
When to Read
This is a powerful dua the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would often recite in the morning. It's perfect for us to teach our youth and to make for them as they navigate the challenges and opportunities of growing up. Whether they are facing exams, making career choices, or simply navigating daily life, asking Allah for beneficial knowledge, pure sustenance, and accepted deeds is foundational. We can make this dua for them individually, or as a community during gatherings, especially when we gather for educational or developmental purposes with the youth.
How to Read
Make this dua with sincerity and conviction, understanding the immense power of Allah's support. Raise your hands, facing the Qiblah if possible, and call upon Allah with humility. Ensure you understand the meaning of each part: asking for knowledge that benefits the mind and soul, provision that is pure and lawful, and actions that are pleasing to Allah and worthy of acceptance. Teaching children to say this themselves, even if they just memorize the Arabic, is also a beautiful way to instill this practice.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates asking for the best in this life and the next. Beneficial knowledge leads to understanding and righteous action. Good provisions ensure that one's sustenance is lawful and a source of strength for worship. Accepted deeds mean our efforts are recognized and rewarded by Allah, which is the ultimate success. By teaching this to our youth, we are equipping them with a spiritual tool to seek Allah's help in all aspects of their lives, ensuring their future is guided by divine wisdom and success.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Hurairah: The Prophet (ﷺ) used to say: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman naafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan.' (O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provisions, and deeds that are accepted.)