Surah Al-Fatiha (Opening)
Complete Arabic Text (النص العربي الكامل)
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ رَبِّ الْعَالَمِينَ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ مَالِكِ يَوْمِ الدِّينِ إِيَّاكَ نَعْبُدُ وَإِيَّاكَ نَسْتَعِينُ اهْدِنَا الصِّرَاطَ الْمُسْتَقِيمَ صِرَاطَ الَّذِينَ أَنْعَمْتَ عَلَيْهِمْ غَيْرِ الْمَغْضُوبِ عَلَيْهِمْ وَلَا الضَّالِّينَ
Transliteration (Pronunciation)
Bismillahir-Rahmanir-Rahim. Alhamdu lillahi Rabbil-'alamin. Ar-Rahmanir-Rahim. Maliki yawmid-din. Iyyaka na'budu wa iyyaka nasta'in. Ihdinas-siratal-mustaqim. Siratal-ladhina an'amta 'alayhim ghayril-maghdubi 'alayhim wa lad-dallin.
Complete Translations (English & Urdu)
“In the name of Allah, the Entirely Merciful, the Especially Merciful. All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds - The Entirely Merciful, the Especially Merciful, Sovereign of the Day of Recompense. It is You we worship and You we ask for help. Guide us to the straight path.”
“شروع اللہ کے نام سے جو بڑا مہربان نہایت رحم والا ہے۔ سب تعریفیں اللہ کے لیے ہیں جو تمام جہانوں کا پروردگار ہے۔ بڑا مہربان نہایت رحم والا۔ روزِ جزا کا مالک۔ ہم تیری ہی عبادت کرتے ہیں اور تجھ ہی سے مدد مانگتے ہیں۔ ہمیں سیدھے راستے پر چلا۔”
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About this Supplication & Hadith Context
Meaning, spiritual background, and authentic virtues from the Sunnah
✦Umm al-Kitab: The Mother of the Quran
Surah Al-Fatiha (The Opening) is the greatest chapter in the Holy Quran, described by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) as 'Umm al-Quran' (the Mother of the Quran) and 'As-Sab' al-Mathani' (the Seven Oft-Repeated Verses) in Sahih al-Bukhari (4704). It is recited in every single unit (Rakat) of Muslim daily prayers.
✦Spiritual Healing and Daily Duas (Ash-Shifa)
Traditionally known as Ash-Shifa (The Cure) and Al-Ruqyah (The Spiritual Protection), Sahabah used Surah Al-Fatiha as direct spiritual healing (Sahih al-Bukhari 5007). It synthesizes the three core dimensions of faith: praise of Allah's mercy and sovereignty, submission to Him alone, and asking for continuous guidance on the straight path (Sirat al-Mustaqim).
Frequently Asked Questions about Surah Al-Fatiha (Opening)
Verified answers regarding Arabic recitation, English translation, Sunnah timings, and authentic Hadith virtues:
What is Surah Al-Fatiha in Arabic text with English translation?▼
Surah Al-Fatiha begins with 'Bismillahir-Rahmanir-Rahim' (In the name of Allah, the Entirely Merciful, the Especially Merciful) and consists of 7 verses declaring praise to Allah, Lord of the worlds, affirming that He alone is worshipped and asked for help, and seeking guidance upon the straight path.
Why is Surah Al-Fatiha recited in every Rakat of Salah?▼
Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) stated in an authentic Hadith recorded in Sahih al-Bukhari (756): 'There is no prayer for the one who does not recite the Opening Chapter of the Book (Fatihat al-Kitab).' Reciting it is an essential pillar (Rukn) of every obligatory and voluntary prayer.
Can I read Surah Al-Fatiha transliteration if I cannot read Arabic?▼
Yes, beginners learning prayer can recite using the phonetic English transliteration while actively striving to learn correct Arabic pronunciation. Phonetic transliteration helps you memorize the sequence: 'Alhamdu lillahi Rabbil-'alamin, Ar-Rahmanir-Rahim, Maliki yawmid-din...'
What are the spiritual benefits and virtues of Surah Al-Fatiha?▼
According to Sahih Muslim (395), Allah divides Surah Al-Fatiha into two halves between Himself and His servant, answering each verse directly. In addition, it serves as a healing cure (Ash-Shifa) and spiritual protection (Ruqyah) against illness, anxiety, and spiritual affliction.
How many times can I recite Surah Al-Fatiha on a digital tasbeeh?▼
While there is no fixed Sunnah count outside of prayer, Muslims frequently recite Surah Al-Fatiha 1, 3, or 7 times during Ruqyah and personal supplication. You can use our free online Tasbeeh counter to keep track of your recitations effortlessly.
Is Surah Al-Fatiha considered a Dua?▼
Yes, Surah Al-Fatiha is considered the most comprehensive Dua in existence. The first half consists of sincere praise and glorification of Allah, while the second half ('Ihdinas-siratal-mustaqim...') is an earnest supplication for divine guidance and steadfastness.
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قُلْ هُوَ اللَّهُ أَحَدٌ اللَّهُ الصَّمَدُ لَمْ يَلِدْ وَلَمْ يُولَدْ وَلَمْ يَكُن لَّهُ كُفُوًا أَحَدٌ
Say, He is Allah, [who is] One. Allah, the Eternal Refuge. He neither begets nor is born, Nor is there to Him any equivalent.
Ayat al-Kursi (Verse of the Throne)
اللَّهُ لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا هُوَ الْحَيُّ الْقَيُّومُ ۚ لَا تَأْخُذُهُ سِنَةٌ وَلَا نَوْمٌ ۚ لَّهُ مَا فِي السَّمَاوَاتِ وَمَا فِي الْأَرْضِ ۗ مَن ذَا الَّذِي يَشْفَعُ عِندَهُ إِلَّا بِإِذْنِهِ ۚ يَعْلَمُ مَا بَيْنَ أَيْدِيهِمْ وَمَا خَلْفَهُمْ ۖ وَلَا يُحِيطُونَ بِشَيْءٍ مِّنْ عِلْمِهِ إِلَّا بِمَا شَاءَ ۚ وَسِعَ كُرْسِيُّهُ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضَ ۖ وَلَا يَئُودُهُ حِفْظُهُمَا ۚ وَهُوَ الْعَلِيُّ الْعَظِيمُ
Allah - there is no deity except Him, the Ever-Living, the Sustainer of [all] existence. Neither drowsiness overtakes Him nor sleep. To Him belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is on the earth. Who is it that can intercede with Him except by His permission? He knows what is [presently] before them and what will be after them, and they encompass not a thing of His knowledge except for what He wills. His Kursi extends over the heavens and the earth, and their preservation tires Him not. And He is the Most High, the Most Great.
Dua for Goodness in World & Hereafter (Surah Baqarah: 201)
رَبَّنَا آتِنَا فِي الدُّنْيَا حَسَنَةً وَفِي الْآخِرَةِ حَسَنَةً وَقِنَا عَذَابَ النَّارِ
Our Lord! Grant us good in this world and good in the Hereafter, and save us from the punishment of the Fire.
Dua for Knowledge
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My Lord, increase me in knowledge.
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