Dua Before Eating

Before Eating with Arabic, English meaning, and Urdu translation.

Arabic

بِسْمِ اللَّهِ

Transliteration

Bismillah.

English meaning

In the name of Allah.

اردو ترجمہ

اللہ کے نام سے۔

Source: Sahih Muslim 2017; Abu Dawud 3767 (longer form if forgotten)

When to recite

At the beginning of a meal. If forgotten, say the longer form when remembered.

Benefit / note

Blesses the food and follows the Sunnah of starting with Allah’s name.

Translations are for understanding. For legal rulings, consult a qualified scholar. Check prayer times so you can recite after Maghrib, Isha, or Fajr on time.

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