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Replying to "I love you for the sake of Allah (SWT)"

Quick answer

May the One for whose sake you love me, love you.

When to recite

The reply to someone who tells you they love you for the sake of Allah (SWT). Follow any timing or count stated in the cited narration; otherwise it may be used as a general personal du'a.

Verified wording

The Arabic and meaning are paired with Sunan Abi Dawud 5125 (hasan). No special promise or count is added without a cited basis.

Arabic
أَحَبَّكَ الَّذِي أَحْبَبْتَنِي لَهُ
Transliteration

Ahabbaka-lladhi ahbabtani lah.

Meaning in English

May the One for whose sake you love me, love you.

Why this dua matters

The reply to someone who tells you they love you for the sake of Allah (SWT).

Source: Sunan Abi Dawud 5125 (hasan)
Common questions
What does Replying to "I love you for the sake of Allah (SWT)" mean?

May the One for whose sake you love me, love you.

When should I recite Replying to "I love you for the sake of Allah (SWT)"?

The reply to someone who tells you they love you for the sake of Allah (SWT). Follow any timing or count stated in the cited narration; otherwise it may be used as a general personal du'a.

What is the source for Replying to "I love you for the sake of Allah (SWT)"?

Sunan Abi Dawud 5125 (hasan).

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