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On hearing of a death or calamity
Quick answer
Indeed we belong to Allah (SWT), and to Him we return.
When to recite
Recite this on hearing of a death or calamity. Follow the wording and count shown in the cited source; no additional count is prescribed here.
Verified wording
The Arabic and meaning are paired with Quran 2:156. No special promise or count is added without a cited basis.
Arabic
إِنَّا لِلَّهِ وَإِنَّا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُونَ
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Transliteration
Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji'un.
Meaning in English
Indeed we belong to Allah (SWT), and to Him we return.
Common questions
What does On hearing of a death or calamity mean?
Indeed we belong to Allah (SWT), and to Him we return.
When should I recite On hearing of a death or calamity?
Recite this on hearing of a death or calamity. Follow the wording and count shown in the cited source; no additional count is prescribed here.
What is the source for On hearing of a death or calamity?
Quran 2:156.
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