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Before Wudu — Bismillah

Source: Sunan Abu Dawud 101

بِسْمِاللَّهِ

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Transliteration

Bismillah

Translation

In the name of Allah.

Context

The invocation of 'Bismillah' before commencing Wudu is an established practice within Islamic jurisprudence, emphasized by Prophetic tradition. This declaration serves to sanctify the act of ritual purification, aligning the worshipper's intention with divine remembrance from its very inception. It marks the commencement of an act of worship with the recognition of Allah's sovereignty and blessing, as indicated in Sunan Abu Dawud 101.

Benefit

Reciting 'Bismillah' imbues the act of Wudu with divine blessing, ensuring a more complete spiritual purification and enhancing the worshipper's connection with the Almighty.

When to Recite

This dua is recited once, immediately before beginning the ritual washing for Wudu.

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