Bismillah

In the name of God.

Language

Arabic: بسم الله

Meaning

In the name of Allah

In God's name

Example

بِسْمِ ٱللَّهِ ٱلرَّحْمَـٰنِ ٱلرَّحِيمِ

Bismillah Hir Rahman Nir Rahim

In the Name of Allah—the Most Compassionate, Most Merciful. (Surah al-Fatihah 1.1)

Information

Bismillah is an Arabic word that translates to "in the name of Allah." It is the first word in the Quran. Bismillah is said before beginning something being done for God, such as before washing, eating a meal, or before prayer.

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