Responding to a Disbeliever Who Praises Allah After Sneezing
Source: Sunan Abi Dawud 5037
((يَهْدِيكُمُاللَّهُوَيُصْلِحُبَالَكُمْ)).
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Transliteration
Yahdikumullahu wa yuslihu balakum.
Translation
May Allah guide you and set your affairs aright.
Context
When a non-Muslim sneezes and says 'Alhamdulillah' (Praise be to Allah), the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us to respond with this supplication. It is a beautiful way to show kindness and offer a prayer for their guidance and well-being.
Benefit
This dua is a gentle invitation to the truth, offering a prayer for the person's spiritual and worldly betterment. It embodies the Prophet's ﷺ mercy towards all creation.
When to Recite
After a non-Muslim sneezes and says 'Alhamdulillah'.