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If a person says "Allahu Akbar," which means "Allah is the greatest," it is recommended to respond with "Allah Akbar" or "SubhanAllah" (glory be to Allah).
What to say after you say Allahu Akbar? ›
ENGLISH VERSION: TO START YOUR SALAT AFTER SAYING ALLAHU AKBAR THIS IS WHAT YOU SAY BEFORE READING SURATUL FATIHA "SUBHANAKA ALLAHUMA WA BIHAMDIKA WATABARAKA ISMUKA WA TA ALA JADDUKA WA LA ILAHA GAERUKA " MEANING ALL GLORY BELONGS TO YOU OH ALLAH, ALL PRAISE IS DUE TO YOU, BLESSED IS THY NAME, MIGHTY IS THY POWER, AND ...
What to say when someone says takbeer? ›
Answer. All perfect praise be to Allaah, The Lord of the Worlds. I testify that there is none worthy of worship except Allaah, and that Muhammad is His slave and Messenger. We ask Allaah to exalt his mention as well as that of his family and all his companions.
What does it mean when someone calls you Allahu Akbar? ›
Allahu Akbar is a common exclamation that literally means “God is (the) greatest” in Arabic. In Islam, it's variously used in prayer, as a declaration of faith, and during times of great joy or distress.
What to say after saying Allahu Akbar 33 times? ›
Summary of answer
1- You say Subhan Allah 33 times, Al-hamdu Lillah 33 times, Allahu akbar 33 times, and you may complete 100 by saying La ilaha ill-Allah wahdahu la sharika lah, lahu'l-mulk wa lahu'l-hamd wa huwa 'ala kulli shay-in qadir.
Why do they say Allahu Akbar so much? ›
The expression "Allāhu Akbar" can be used in a variety of situations, from celebrations to times of grief. In a historical account by someone who was present both at the birth of the ruler Abd Allah ibn al-Zubayr (7th century) and at his funeral, the author observes that "Allahu Akbar" was said on both occasions.
What if you say Allahu Akbar on a plane? ›
if you speak any type of arabic in certain places like an airport, people or the security guards would think you are planning a terrorist attack. Muslims have to avoid speaking arabic on planes and most importantly not to use the word allahu akbar because it can get us kicked out of the plane.
Do you have to say Allahu Akbar out loud? ›
1 – The majority of Shaafa'i and Hanbali scholars, and Hanafi scholars according to the more correct of their two views, are of the opinion that it is obligatory for the worshipper to utter the takbeer in such a way that he can hear his own voice, and it is not sufficient for him to move his tongue without making a ...
How many times do I say Allahu Akbar? ›
Saying it three times is preferable. 1. Say “Allahu Akbar” while moving from the sitting position to the prostration.
When to say Allahu Akbar in Sujood? ›
As you go down into sujud you say, "Allahu akbar."
It is recommended to place the hands before the knees when you go into prostration and to have the hands leave the earth after the knees in rising by his command to do that.
Alhumdulilah. Alhumdulilah (more commonly spelt Alhamdulilah) translates to "Praise be to God." Along with Allahu Akbar, it is a form of dhikr.
What do I say after Allahu Akbar? ›
Prostrate on the floor saying: “Allahu Akbar” with your forehead, nose, palms of both hands, your knees, and toes all touching the floor. Then recite silently: “Subhana Rabbiyal A'la.” (How Perfect is my Lord, the Highest) three times. This position is called Sujood.
What is the answer of takbeer? ›
In the Islamic world, instead of applause, often someone will shout Takbir or Nara-e-Takbir (in Urdu or Persian) and the crowd will respond with Allahu Akbar (God is great). The word is also used in Muslim prayers.
Is Allahu Akbar a war cry? ›
Mujahideen and jihadists in the Middle East and North Africa shout "Allahu Akbar" (God is the Greatest). During the Bangladesh Liberation War the Mukti Bahini would shout "Joy Bangla" ("Victory to Bengal" / "Long live Bengal") during their battles against the Pakistani military.
What to respond to Allahumma barik? ›
Wafīka bārakallāh. And may Allah bless you.
What should I reply after inshallah? ›
The proper way to reply to Inshallah is to repeat it. For example, if your friend said: let's go out tomorrow Inshallah. Then should answer Inshallah. You could also say yes, let's go out tomorrow, or nod your head but it's better to repeat Inshallah.
What should we reply when someone says Alhamdulillah? ›
After saying “Alhamdulillah,” which means “Praise be to Allah” in Arabic, Muslims often continue with phrases such as: 1> SubhanAllah - Meaning “Glory be to Allah.” 2> Allahu Akbar - Meaning “Allah is the Greatest.” 3> Masha Allah - Meaning “Whatever Allah wills.”
What to reply when someone says may Allah bless you? ›
Respond with "And you as well" or "May God/Allah Bless you too" or anything similar that you wish for the person.