Dua for Knowledge
Complete Arabic Text (النص العربي الكامل)
رَبِّ زِدْنِي عِلْمًا
Transliteration (Pronunciation)
Rabbi zidni ilma
Complete Translations (English & Urdu)
“My Lord, increase me in knowledge.”
“اے میرے رب! میرے علم میں اضافہ فرما۔”
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About this Supplication & Hadith Context
Meaning, spiritual background, and authentic virtues from the Sunnah
✦Direct Command to Seek Knowledge
In Surah Taha (20:114), Allah commanded Prophet Muhammad (PBUH): 'And say: My Lord, increase me in knowledge' (وَقُل رَّبِّ زِدْنِي عِلْمًا). This is the only matter in the Quran where Allah specifically instructed His Prophet to ask for an increase.
✦Application for Students and Lifelong Learning
Islamic scholars recommend reciting 'Rabbi Zidni 'Ilma' frequently before studying, taking exams, attending lectures, or reading the Quran. It humbles the seeker, opens cognitive clarity, and asks Allah to transform academic study into beneficial knowledge ('Ilm Nafi').
Frequently Asked Questions about Dua for Knowledge
Verified answers regarding Arabic recitation, English translation, Sunnah timings, and authentic Hadith virtues:
What is Rabbi Zidni Ilma in Arabic text and its exact meaning?▼
The Arabic text of Rabbi Zidni Ilma with full Harakat/Tashkeel is: رَبِّ زِدْنِي عِلْمًا. It translates into English as: 'My Lord! Increase me in knowledge' (Surah Taha 20:114), and in Urdu as: 'اے میرے رب! میرے علم میں اضافہ فرما'. It is the premier Quranic prayer for students, exams, memory retention, and mental focus.
What is the Dua for knowledge in Arabic and English?▼
Arabic: رَبِّ زِدْنِي عِلْمًا (Rabbi zidni 'ilma). English translation: 'My Lord, increase me in knowledge.' It comes directly from Surah Taha (20:114).
How do I recite Rabbi Zidni Ilma for exams and memory?▼
Recite 'Rabbi Zidni 'Ilma' 3, 7, or 33 times before opening your study books or entering an examination room, pairing it with 'Rabbi-shrah li sadri wa yassir li amri' (Surah Taha 20:25-26) to remove anxiety and gain speech fluency.
What is beneficial knowledge in Islam?▼
Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) prayed: 'O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good sustenance, and deeds that are accepted' (Sunan Ibn Majah 925). Beneficial knowledge brings you closer to Allah, benefits humanity, and translates into righteous character.
Can I read this Dua for my children's education?▼
Yes, parents frequently recite 'Rabbi zidni 'ilma' and 'Rabbi hab li hukman wa al-hiqni bis-salihin' when praying for their children's wisdom, focus, and moral uprightness.
How many times should I recite Rabbi Zidni Ilma on a Tasbeeh counter?▼
There is no restrictive limit. Reciting it 33 or 100 times daily on our online Tasbeeh counter is an excellent spiritual habit for students and researchers.
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