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In ruku and sujud: Subbuhun Quddus
Quick answer
Perfect and Holy, Lord of the angels and of the Spirit.
When to recite
The Spirit refers to Jibril. 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 Sahih Muslim 487. No special promise or count is added without a cited basis.
Arabic
سُبُّوُحٌ، قُدُّوسٌ، رَبُّ المَلاَئِكَةِ وَالرُّوحِ
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Transliteration
Subbuhun quddusun, rabbul-mala'ikati war-ruh
Meaning in English
Perfect and Holy, Lord of the angels and of the Spirit.
Why this dua matters
The Spirit refers to Jibril.
Common questions
What does In ruku and sujud: Subbuhun Quddus mean?
Perfect and Holy, Lord of the angels and of the Spirit.
When should I recite In ruku and sujud: Subbuhun Quddus?
The Spirit refers to Jibril. 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 In ruku and sujud: Subbuhun Quddus?
Sahih Muslim 487.
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