Kalmas: Pillars of Every Muslim’s Faith

First Kalma

La ilaha illallah Muhammadur rasoolullah.

اللہ کے سوا کوئی معبود نہیں، محمد (صلى الله عليه وسلم) اللہ کے رسول ہیں

There is no god but Allah, Muhammad (PBUH) is the messenger of Allah

The first Kalma, Kalma Tayyib, is the foundation of every Muslim’s belief. It states, "There is no god but Allah, Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah." This simple yet powerful phrase reminds us of the core teachings of Islam and helps strengthen our faith.

Reciting the first Kalma daily connects Muslims with Allah and keeps them grounded in their faith. It’s a reminder to trust in Allah’s power and to follow the teachings of Prophet Muhammad. This Kalma is essential for building a strong spiritual connection.

The importance of Kalma Tayyib goes beyond just words—it shapes the way Muslims live. By saying this Kalma, Muslims renew their commitment to live a life of worship and devotion. It’s a constant reminder of Allah’s greatness and helps guide Muslims through life’s challenges.

Key Points:

• Kalma Tayyib confirms the oneness of Allah and the prophethood of Muhammad.
• It is the core belief every Muslim holds dear and is the first step to understanding Islam.
• Reciting Kalma Tayyib helps Muslims stay focused on their belief in one God and Prophet Muhammad.
• It strengthens the heart and spirit by reminding believers of their purpose in life.

Second Kalma

Ashhadu an la ilaha illallah wahdahu la sharika lahu wa ashhadu anna Muhammadan abduhoo wa rasooluhu.

میں گواہی دیتا ہوں کہ اللہ کے سوا کوئی معبود نہیں، وہ اکیلا ہے، اس کا کوئی شریک نہیں، اور میں گواہی دیتا ہوں کہ محمد (صلى الله عليه وسلم) اس کے بندے اور اس کے رسول ہیں

I bear witness that there is no god except Allah; the One alone, without partner, and I bear witness that Muhammad is His Servant and Messenger.

The second kalma, also known as "Kalma Shahada," is a declaration of faith in Islam. It means: "I bear witness that there is no god but Allah, He is One, without any partner, and I bear witness that Muhammad is His servant and messenger." This kalma expresses the core belief in the oneness of Allah and the prophethood of Muhammad.

It emphasizes the belief in the oneness of Allah, which is the foundation of Islam.It also affirms that Prophet Muhammad is the final messenger of Allah.

Key Points:

• No God but Allah: This part stresses that only Allah is worthy of worship.
• Muhammad as the Messenger: It acknowledges Muhammad as the last prophet sent by Allah to guide humanity.
• Guidance for Muslims: Reciting this kalma reminds Muslims of their faith and helps guide them to live a righteous life
• Unity in Belief: The kalma helps unite all Muslims in a common belief.

Third Kalma

Subḥāna-llāhi, wa-l-ḥamdu li-llāhi, wa lā ilāha illā-llāhu, wa-llāhu akbar, wa lā ḥawla wa lā quwwata illā bi-llāhi-l-‘alīyyi-l-‘aẓīm.

پاک ہے اللہ، اور تمام تعریفیں اللہ کے لیے ہیں، اللہ کے سوا کوئی معبود نہیں، اللہ سب سے بڑا ہے، اور اللہ کی مدد کے بغیر کوئی طاقت یا قوت نہیں، وہ غالب اور عظمت والا ہے۔

Exalted is Allah, and [all] praise is due to Allah, and there is no deity except Allah, and Allah is the Greatest. And there is no might nor power except in Allah, the Most High, the Most Great.

Have you ever paused to truly reflect on the power and majesty of Allah? The Third Kalma—"Subhan Allah, Wal Hamdu Lillah, Wa La Ilaha Illa Allah, Wa Allahu Akbar, Wa La Hawla Wa La Quwwata Illa Billahi Al-Aliyyi Al-Azim"—is a prayer that reminds us of Allah's greatness and our complete dependence on Him. It's not just words; it's a deep, powerful message that helps us reconnect with the essence of our faith.

This Kalma is a beautiful combination of praise, acknowledgment, and surrender to Allah. It reminds us that Allah is free from all imperfections, and all praise belongs to Him. We affirm that there is no god but Allah, and we glorify His greatness, power, and majesty.

Key Points:

• Praise and Perfection of Allah: The Kalma begins with praise for Allah, acknowledging His perfection and goodness.
• Affirmation of Allah’s Oneness: It is a clear declaration that Allah is the only deity worthy of worship.
• Allah is the Greatest: We remember that nothing is greater than Allah, and He is the ruler of the universe.
• Acknowledging Allah’s Control: We accept that all power comes from Allah, and without Him, we are powerless.

In conclusion, the Third Kalma isn’t just a collection of words; it’s a powerful reminder of Allah’s perfection, greatness, and authority. Reciting it with sincerity helps us remember the most important truths of our faith and brings us closer to Allah.

Fourth Kalma

lā ilāha illā-llāhu waḥdahu lā sharīka lahu lahu l-mulku wa lahu l-ḥamdu yuḥyi wa yumītu wa huwa ḥayyul lā yamūtu abadan abada ḏhu l-jalāli wa l-ʾikrām biyadihi-l k͟hayr wa-huwa ʿala-kulli shayʾin qadīr.

اللہ کے سوا کوئی معبود نہیں، وہ اکیلا ہے، اس کا کوئی شریک نہیں۔ اسی کا ہے بادشاہی اور اسی کے لیے سب تعریفیں ہیں۔ وہ زندگی دیتا ہے اور موت دیتا ہے، اور وہ ہمیشہ زندہ رہنے والا ہے، کبھی نہیں مرے گا۔ اس کی عظمت اور کرم کی انتہاء ہے۔ اس کے ہاتھ میں ہر بھلا ئی ہے، اور وہ ہر چیز پر قادر ہے۔

There is none worthy of worship except Allah. He is Alone and has no partners. To Him belongs the Kingdom and for Him is all Praise. He gives life and causes death. He is eternal and ubiquitous. He of Majesty and Munificence. In His Hand is all good. And He has power over everything.

Imagine standing in awe of the Creator, recognizing that He alone holds the keys to life, death, and everything in between. The Fourth Kalma, or "La Ilaha Illa Allah Wahdahu La Sharika Lahu", is a declaration of Allah's supreme power, majesty, and control over the universe. It is not just a prayer, but a profound statement that reaffirms our faith in Tawhid (the Oneness of Allah).

This Kalma is a complete affirmation of Allah’s Oneness and His absolute authority over the world. It reminds us that only Allah is the Creator, the Sustainer, and the Destroyer. There is no partner with Him, and everything belongs to Him.

Key Points:

• No God but Allah: The Kalma affirms that Allah is the only deity worthy of worship, with no partners or rivals.
• Allah’s Sovereignty: It declares that Allah alone owns everything—life, death, the kingdom, and praise. Everything happens by His will.
• Allah is Ever-Living and Eternal: The Kalma reminds us that Allah is eternal—He gives life and causes death, and He never dies.
• Allah’s Majesty and Honor: Allah is described as the Owner of Majesty and Glory (Dhū al-Jalāl wa al-Ikram), emphasizing His greatness.
• Control Over Everything: The Kalma emphasizes that Allah has power over everything, and all goodness comes from Him.

Fifth Kalma

astaġhfiru-llāha rabbī min kulli thanbin athnabtuhu ʿamadan ʾaw k͟haṭāʾan sirran ʾaw ʿalāniyyataw wa atūbu ʾilayhi minal ḏhanbi-llaḏhī aʿlamu wa minal ḏhanbi-llaḏhī lā aʿlamu innaka ʾanta ʿallāmul-ġhuyūbi wa sattārul-ʿuyūbi wa ġhaffāru ḏhunūbi wa lā ḥawla wa lā quwwata illā billāhil-ʿalīyyil-ʿaẓīm.

میں اللہ سے اپنے تمام گناہوں کی معافی مانگتا ہوں، جو میں نے جان بوجھ کر یا انجانے میں کیے، خواہ وہ چھپ کر ہوں یا علانیہ۔ اور میں اللہ کی طرف رجوع کرتا ہوں ان گناہوں سے جن کا مجھے علم ہے اور ان سے بھی جن کا مجھے علم نہیں۔ بے شک آپ ہی تمام غیب کے جاننے والے ہیں، آپ ہی پردہ پوش اور گناہوں کو معاف کرنے والے ہیں۔ اور اللہ کی طاقت اور قوت کے بغیر کوئی طاقت نہیں، وہ بلند و عظیم ہے۔

I seek forgiveness from Allah, my Lord, from every sin I committed knowingly or unknowingly, secretly or openly, and I turn towards Him from the sin that I know and from the sin that I do not know. Certainly You, You (are) the knower of the hidden things and the Concealer (of) the mistakes and the Forgiver (of) the sins. And (there is) no power and no strength except from Allah, the Most High, the Most Great.

Have you ever made a mistake or done something wrong and wished you could take it back? The Istighfar—"Astaghfirullaha Rabbi min kulli dhambin adhnabtuhoo `amadan aw khata'an sirran aw 'alaniyyatan wa atubu ilayh min adh-dhanbi al-ladhi 'alamoo wa min adh-dhanbi alladhi laa 'alamoo innaka anta 'alaamul ghuyoobi wa sattarul 'uyoobi wa ghaffarud dhunoobi wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billahi al-‘Aliyyil-‘Azim"—is a powerful prayer that helps us seek forgiveness from Allah for our mistakes. It’s a reminder of Allah's mercy, compassion, and His ability to forgive anything, no matter how big or small.

This prayer is not just about saying words; it is about acknowledging our mistakes, seeking Allah’s mercy, and asking for forgiveness from Him. It is a deep, heartfelt plea that recognizes Allah as the One who knows everything, and the One who can forgive every sin.

Key Points:

• This prayer helps us remember that Allah is always ready to forgive, no matter how much we think we’ve messed up. There is nothing too big for His mercy.
• By reciting Istighfar, we acknowledge that we are not perfect. Everyone makes mistakes, but Allah's mercy is greater than any of our faults.
• Seeking forgiveness helps us reflect on our actions. It encourages us to improve and do better, knowing Allah is always there to help guide us.
• Asking for forgiveness isn’t just about removing guilt; it’s also about turning away from sin and seeking a path of righteousness.
• This prayer reminds us that Allah knows everything. We can hide nothing from Him, but we also know that His forgiveness is far greater than any sin.

So, don’t wait—take a moment today to sincerely ask for forgiveness. Whether it's something you did yesterday or years ago, Allah’s mercy is

Sixth Kalma

Allāhumma innī aʿūḏhu bika min an ušrika bika šayʾaw-wwa-anā aʿlamu bihi wa-staġhfiruka limā lā aʿlamu bihi tubtu ʿanhu wa tabarra'tu mina-l-kufri wa-š-širki wa-l-kiḏhbi wa-l-ġhībati wa-l-bidʿati wa-nnamīmati wa-l-fawāḥiši wa-l-buhtāni wa-l-maʿāṣī kullihā wa aslamtu wa aqūlu lā ilāha illā-llāhu Muḥammadu-r-rasūlu llāh.

اے اللہ! میں تیری پناہ چاہتا ہوں اس بات سے کہ میں تجھ سے کسی چیز کو شریک کروں، حالانکہ میں جانتا ہوں اور میں تجھ سے معافی مانگتا ہوں ان چیزوں کے لیے جن کا مجھے علم نہیں۔ میں ان سب گناہوں سے توبہ کرتا ہوں اور میں کفر، شرک، جھوٹ، غیبت، بدعت، چغلی، بدکاری، بہتان اور تمام گناہوں سے بیزاری کا اظہار کرتا ہوں۔ اور میں نے اسلام قبول کیا اور کہتا ہوں: "اللہ کے سوا کوئی معبود نہیں، محمدؐ اللہ کے رسول ہیں

O Allah! I seek protection in You from that I should not join any partner with You and I have knowledge of it. I seek Your forgiveness from that which I do not know. I repent from it (ignorance) and I reject disbelief and joining partners with You and of falsehood and slandering and innovation in religion and tell-tales and evil deeds and the blame and the disobedience, all of them. I submit to Your will and I believe and I declare: There is none worthy of worship except Allah and Muhammad is His Messenger.

Imagine you’re standing in front of Allah, acknowledging your mistakes, seeking His forgiveness, and asking for His protection from the things that can lead you astray. This is exactly what the Dua of Repentance does – it’s more than just words, it’s a heartfelt plea for purity, guidance, and closeness to Allah.

This powerful dua is a direct conversation with Allah, where you confess your wrongdoings, ask for His forgiveness, and seek His protection from all forms of evil. It’s a reminder that no matter what mistakes we’ve made—whether we are aware of them or not—Allah’s mercy is greater than any sin.

The prayer begins by asking Allah to protect us from the gravest sin—shirk—which is to associate any partners with Allah. It’s a reminder that Allah alone is worthy of worship, and this should be our foundation of faith.

The dua covers many major sins—lying, gossiping, backbiting, and even innovation in religion. By repenting for these, you're cleansing your heart and soul from things that can damage your connection with Allah.

It ends with the most powerful words—"There is no god but Allah, and Muhammad is the messenger of Allah." This is the ultimate declaration of faith, reminding yourself and Allah that you are firm in your belief.

Key Points:

• A Fresh Start: Every time you recite this dua, it’s like wiping the slate clean. You’re asking for a fresh start with Allah, leaving behind the weight of past mistakes.
• Protection from Sin: It doesn’t just ask for forgiveness; it’s a shield against temptation. By calling out to Allah in this way, you're actively avoiding the path of sin and walking toward righteousness.
• Constant Guidance: By reciting this dua, you invite Allah’s guidance and protection in every aspect of your life. It's a reminder that Allah’s mercy is limitless and always available to those who seek it.