Dua for Knowledge and Understanding — Arabic, Transliteration & Translation

رَبِّ زِدْنِي عِلْمًا

— Rabbi zidni 'ilma

"My Lord, increase me in knowledge."

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Reference

Surah Ta-Ha (20:114) — Quranic dua

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Occasion

Before studying, reading Quran, or attending class

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Benefit & Virtue

This Quranic dua invites divine knowledge and understanding. It is the best supplication for students of all ages.

How to Practice This Dua

Allah commands the Prophet to ask for more knowledge — a sign of its immense value. Recite this before any lesson, before reading the Quran, and before exams. It opens the mind to understanding and retention.

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وَمَن يَتَّقِ اللَّهَ يَجْعَل لَّهُ مَخْرَجًا

"And whoever fears Allah — He will make for him a way out." — Surah At-Talaq 65:2

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