Rizq (رِزْق) refers to all provision from Allah — food, wealth, health, knowledge, family and blessings. Islam teaches that all rizq comes from Allah alone: "And there is no creature on earth but that upon Allah is its provision." (Quran 11:6). We are encouraged to make dua for our provision, to work for it honestly, and to trust that Allah is Al-Razzaq — the All-Provider.
وَمَن يَتَّقِ ٱللَّهَ يَجۡعَل لَّهُۥ مَخۡرَجً۬ا وَيَرۡزُقۡهُ مِنۡ حَيۡثُ لَا يَحۡتَسِبُ
"And whoever fears Allah — He will make for him a way out and will provide for him from where he does not expect."
Quran 65:2–3
1. The Comprehensive Dua for Good in Both Worlds
This is one of the most frequently recited duas in the Quran — asking for goodness in this life and the next. The Prophet ☮ would often recite it. Scholars note that "hasanah" (good) in this world includes halal provision.
رَبَّنَا آتِنَا فِي الدُّنْيَا حَسَنَةً وَفِي الْآخِرَةِ حَسَنَةً وَقِنَا عَذَابَ النَّارِ
Rabbana atina fid-dunya hasanatan wa fil-akhirati hasanatan wa qina 'adhaban-nar.
Meaning: "Our Lord, give us good in this world and good in the Hereafter, and protect us from the punishment of the Fire."
Quran 2:201 | Bukhari & Muslim
2. Dua for Barakah in Provision
The Prophet ☮ taught this dua when entering the house and for seeking barakah in provision. Barakah means Allah's blessing that causes things to increase and be beneficial.
اللَّهُمَّ بَارِكْ لَنَا فِيمَا رَزَقْتَنَا وَقِنَا عَذَابَ النَّارِ
Allahumma barik lana fima razaqtana wa qina 'adhab-an-nar.
Meaning: "O Allah, bless us in what You have provided us and protect us from the punishment of the Fire."
Sunan Ibn as-Sunni (dua before eating)
3. Dua of Moses (Musa) — Seeking Help and Provision
This is the dua Musa (peace be upon him) made after he helped the two women water their flocks and had nothing to eat. Allah answered it immediately with a wife and employment. It is a dua of complete reliance on Allah.
رَبِّ إِنِّي لِمَآ أَنزَلۡتَ إِلَيَّ مِنۡ خَيۡرٍ۬ فَقِيرٌ۬
Rabbi inni lima anzalta ilayya min khayrin faqir.
Meaning: "My Lord, indeed I am in need of whatever good You would send down to me."
Quran 28:24
4. Dua for Lawful Provision (Free from Haram)
This dua, preserved in the collections of Tirmidhi and others, is specifically for asking Allah to provide halal (lawful) provision and to suffice you through His bounty.
اللَّهُمَّ اكْفِنِي بِحَلَالِكَ عَنْ حَرَامِكَ، وَأَغْنِنِي بِفَضْلِكَ عَمَّنْ سِوَاكَ
Allahumma-kfini bihalालika 'an haramika wa aghnini bifadlika 'amman siwak.
Meaning: "O Allah, suffice me with what You have made lawful, sparing me what You have made unlawful, and make me independent of all others besides You through Your bounty."
Tirmidhi 3563 (hasan)
5. Dua of the Morning: Seeking Provision at the Start of the Day
The Prophet ☮ said: "Seek provision at the beginning of the day, for the morning holds barakah." This morning dua from the adhkar combines gratitude and supplication for provision.
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا
Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an wa rizqan tayyiban wa 'amalan mutaqabbala.
Meaning: "O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, pure provision, and accepted deeds."
Ibn Majah 925 (after Fajr)
6. Istighfar for Increase in Rizq
One of the most powerful — and often overlooked — means of increasing rizq is regular istighfar. Allah revealed: "Ask forgiveness of your Lord. Indeed, He is ever a Perpetual Forgiver. He will send [rain from] the sky upon you in [continuing] showers and give you increase in wealth and children." (Quran 71:10–12). Making istighfar after Fajr daily is a Sunnah linked directly to increased provision.
أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللَّهَ الْعَظِيمَ الَّذِي لَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا هُوَ الْحَيُّ الْقَيُّومُ وَأَتُوبُ إِلَيْهِ
Astaghfirullah al-'Azim alladhi la ilaha illa huwal-Hayyul-Qayyum wa atubu ilayh.
Meaning: "I seek forgiveness from Allah, the Almighty, besides Whom there is no god, the Ever-Living, the Self-Sustaining, and I repent to Him."
Tirmidhi — linked to increase in rizq via Quran 71:10–12
7. Dua Before Leaving the House (Seeking Allah's Guidance)
This dua said when leaving home puts your affairs — including your work and income — under Allah's protection for the day.
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ، تَوَكَّلْتُ عَلَى اللَّهِ، وَلَا حَوْلَ وَلَا قُوَّةَ إِلَّا بِاللَّهِ
Bismillah, tawakkaltu 'ala-Allah, wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billah.
Meaning: "In the name of Allah, I place my trust in Allah, and there is no power nor might except with Allah."
Abu Dawud 5095 | Tirmidhi 3426 (sahih)
★ Sunnah Actions That Increase Rizq:
• Regular istighfar (Quran 71:10–12 directly links it to provision)
• Silat al-rahim — maintaining family ties (Prophet said it increases lifespan and rizq)
• Giving Sadaqah — "Allah does not decrease wealth by charity" (Muslim)
• Praying Duha (Chuha) — the Prophet said Allah says: "O son of Adam, pray 4 rak'ahs of Duha and I will suffice you for the rest of the day"
• Reciting Surah Al-Waqiah nightly
• Tawakkul (reliance on Allah) while taking practical steps
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best dua for rizq?
Among the strongest duas for rizq: "Rabbana atina fid-dunya hasanatan..." (Quran 2:201), "Rabbi inni lima anzalta ilayya min khayrin faqir" (Quran 28:24 — Musa's dua), and "Allahumma-kfini bihalalika 'an haramika..." (Tirmidhi 3563). Regular istighfar is also directly linked by the Quran to increased provision (71:10–12).
Which surah should I read for rizq?
Surah Al-Waqiah is the most famous surah associated with rizq — the Prophet (peace be upon him) said whoever recites it every night will never be afflicted by poverty. Surah Al-Mulk is also recommended as a nightly practice. Reciting Surah Al-Baqarah regularly drives away poverty according to a narration of the Prophet.
How do I increase my rizq in Islam?
Islamic means of increasing rizq: (1) Regular istighfar (Quran 71:10-12). (2) Maintaining family ties — Prophet said it increases rizq. (3) Sadaqah (charity). (4) Praying Fajr in congregation. (5) Praying Duha. (6) Reciting Surah Al-Waqiah nightly. (7) Tawakkul — working hard while trusting Allah. (8) Avoiding haram income.
Is it permissible to ask Allah for wealth?
Yes. The Quran teaches us to ask for good in this world as well as the Hereafter (2:201). The Prophet made dua for lawful provision and praised hard work for halal income. Islam encourages asking Allah for all needs — material and spiritual — while making effort and trusting in Allah's decree.