What to say before performing ablution

بِسمِ اللَّهِ

Pronunciation

Bismil-lah

English meaning

In the name of Allah.

Explanation (Tafseer)

Before ablution, the words in this entry are simply “In the name of Allah.” The phrase gives the act a concise verbal opening, with no further request or description added to the remembrance displayed here.

When to use

What to say before performing ablution

Reference & source

Hisn al-Muslim 12

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