اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا
O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, pure provisions, and acceptable deeds.
*Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman naafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan*
When to Read
This beautiful dua is perfect to recite at the beginning of any workday, especially for those engaged in crafts and trades. It's a moment to seek Allah's blessings for honesty, skill, and acceptance in your work, ensuring your efforts are both righteous and rewarded. You can make it part of your morning routine before heading to your workshop or starting your tasks.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and heartfelt supplication. Raise your hands slightly in a posture of seeking from Allah, the Most Merciful. Visualize Allah's acceptance and blessings upon your craft and your provisions. Remember that the acceptance of deeds is entirely in Allah's hands, so humility and earnestness are key.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive dua encapsulates seeking the best in both worldly and hereafter aspects of one's efforts. Beneficial knowledge guides us to do right. Pure provisions sustain us without entangling us in unlawful means. And acceptable deeds are those performed sincerely for Allah and in accordance with His guidance, leading to His pleasure and reward. For artisans, this means striving for excellence in their craft, using honest materials, and fulfilling their obligations, all while seeking Allah's pleasure.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Umm Salamah (may Allah be pleased with her): She said, "When the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) performed the morning prayer, he would say: 'O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, pure provisions, and acceptable deeds.'"