ุฑูุจูู ุฒูุฏูููู ุนูููู ูุง
My Lord, increase me in knowledge.
Rabbi zidni 'ilma
When to Read
This is a fundamental dua that can be recited at any time, especially when embarking on a new learning endeavor, facing a challenging problem, or feeling a lack of understanding. It's particularly poignant when we think about the state of the Ummah and our collective need for greater insight and progress in all fields of knowledge.
How to Read
Recite this short, powerful verse with sincerity and concentration. Picture in your mind the vastness of knowledge โ both religious and worldly โ and ask Allah (Glorified and Exalted is He) to bestow it upon us, enabling us to use it for the betterment of ourselves, our families, and the entire Ummah. Raising your hands slightly while making dua is a sunnah for certain supplications, and it's certainly appropriate here.
Virtues & Benefits
This verse directly instructs the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) to ask Allah for an increase in knowledge. It establishes the virtue of seeking knowledge and recognizing that all knowledge originates from Allah. By making this dua, we align ourselves with this divine instruction and actively seek Allah's help in acquiring beneficial knowledge that can lead to intellectual, scientific, and societal advancement for the Ummah. It fosters humility, acknowledging that true understanding comes from the Creator.