Can this Dua be recited during exams?
Yes, reciting Rabbi Zidni Ilma brings calm focus, removes test anxiety, and invites divine clarity.
Knowledge & Study
Rabbi Zidni Ilma (رَّبِّ زِدْنِى عِلْمًۭا) — Dua for Knowledge, Focus & Exams
Learn Rabbi Zidni Ilma (Surah Ta-Ha 20:114) with authentic word-by-word audio, complete vocabulary breakdown, transliteration, tafsir wisdom, and memorization exercises.
Source: Surah Ta-Ha (20:114)
رَّبِّ زِدْنِى عِلْمًۭا
Transliteration: Rabbi zidnī ‘ilmā
English translation: My Lord, increase me in knowledge.
Spiritual context
Allah never commanded the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) to seek an increase in anything worldly, except for knowledge. This Dua establishes learning and comprehension as the highest spiritual pursuit.
Word-by-word meaning
- رَّبِّ — Rabbi: My Lord & Sustainer
- زِدْنِى — Zidnī: Increase me / expand for me
- عِلْمًۭا — ‘Ilmā: in knowledge & wisdom
How to recite
- Recite frequently before starting study sessions, research, classes, or work.
- Combine with sincere intention to benefit humanity through your acquired knowledge.
- Ponder each word to internalize humility before the All-Knowing.
Key benefits
- Sharpens focus, memory retention, and mental comprehension.
- Transforms daily studying into an act of worship (Ibadah).
- Removes arrogance and instills righteous wisdom.