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Dua for Ruku' (Bowing) — Subhana Rabbiyal Adheem

Source: Sunan Abu Dawud 871

سُبْحَانَرَبِّيَالْعَظِيمِ

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Transliteration

Subhana Rabbiyal Adheem

Translation

Glory be to my Lord, the Most Magnificent. Glory be to my Lord, the Most Magnificent.

Context

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught his Companions to recite this supplication during the bowing (ruku') portion of the prayer. It is a fundamental part of the ritual, expressing humility and glorification of Allah while physically submitting.

Benefit

Reciting this glorifies Allah during a posture of deep submission, acknowledging His supreme greatness and perfection while in the heart of the prayer.

When to Recite

During the ruku' (bowing) part of the obligatory and voluntary prayers.

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Glory be to You, O Allah, and praise be to You. O Allah, forgive me.

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