From Hisn al-Muslim
When surprised: SubhanAllah
Quick answer
Glory be to Allah!
When to recite
The Prophet ﷺ said this when struck by something surprising. 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 al-Bukhari 115, Sahih al-Bukhari 6218. No special promise or count is added without a cited basis.
Arabic
سُبْحَانَ اللَّهِ!
Transliteration
Subhana-llah!
Meaning in English
Glory be to Allah!
Why this dua matters
The Prophet ﷺ said this when struck by something surprising.
Common questions
What does When surprised: SubhanAllah mean?
Glory be to Allah!
When should I recite When surprised: SubhanAllah?
The Prophet ﷺ said this when struck by something surprising. 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 When surprised: SubhanAllah?
Sahih al-Bukhari 115, Sahih al-Bukhari 6218.
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