The Quran and Sunnah place immense emphasis on seeking beneficial knowledge. Allah commanded the Prophet ﷺ to ask Him specifically for an increase in knowledge.
رَّبِّ زِدْنِي عِلْمًا
Rabbi zidni 'ilma.
My Lord, increase me in knowledge.
Quran/Hadith — The Holy Quran — Surah Ta-Ha 20:114
Authenticity: Quranic supplication
Meaning and Explanation
The supplication expresses deep humility and recognizes that true, beneficial knowledge comes solely from Allah's grace and divine illumination.
When to Recite
Before studying, attending lectures, reading the Quran, or seeking beneficial knowledge.
How to Recite
Recite it with sincere intention, humility, and combine it with active effort and consistent study.
Important Notes
This is a direct Quranic command given to the Prophet ﷺ in Surah Ta-Ha (20:114). The Prophet ﷺ also regularly asked Allah for 'beneficial knowledge' ('Ilman Nafi'an).
Benefits
Encourages lifelong learning, purifies intentions in study, and opens the mind to spiritual and worldly wisdom.
Additional Duas
Content type: Quran/Hadith
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prophet dua for knowledge
dua for knowledge
rabbi zidni ilma
learning dua
student dua
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Beneficial knowledge refers to religious and worldly knowledge that brings a person closer to Allah, improves character, benefits humanity, and leads to righteous action.
This supplication is part of verse 114 of Surah Ta-Ha (Surah 20) in the Holy Quran.