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Before wudu

Quick answer

In the name of Allah.

When to recite

Recite this before wudu. The Prophet ﷺ said there is no wudu for the one who does not mention Allah's name over it. Scholars differ on whether this makes the bismillah obligatory or strongly recommended.

Verified wording

The Arabic and meaning are paired with Sunan Ibn Majah 399 (hasan). No special promise or count is added without a cited basis.

Arabic
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ
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Transliteration

Bismillah.

Meaning in English

In the name of Allah.

Why this dua matters

The Prophet ﷺ said there is no wudu for the one who does not mention Allah's name over it. Scholars differ on whether this makes the bismillah obligatory or strongly recommended.

Source: Sunan Ibn Majah 399 (hasan)
Common questions
What does Before wudu mean?

In the name of Allah.

When should I recite Before wudu?

Recite this before wudu. The Prophet ﷺ said there is no wudu for the one who does not mention Allah's name over it. Scholars differ on whether this makes the bismillah obligatory or strongly recommended.

What is the source for Before wudu?

Sunan Ibn Majah 399 (hasan).

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