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Al-Fatiha: key expressions

Meaning

A short sequential lesson with examples and review cards.

Explanation

Praise, worship, seeking help and guidance are four themes here. Iyyaka precedes the verb and directs the address to Allah alone. The complete surah is in the library.

Alhamdu lillahi Rabbil-‘alamin

الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ رَبِّ الْعَالَمِينَ

Alhamdu lillahi Rabbil-‘alamin

Praise belongs to Allah, Lord of all worlds

Iyyaka na‘budu

إِيَّاكَ نَعْبُدُ

Iyyaka na‘budu

You alone we worship

Wa iyyaka nasta‘in

وَإِيَّاكَ نَسْتَعِينُ

Wa iyyaka nasta‘in

You alone we ask for help

Ihdinas-siratal-mustaqim

اهْدِنَا الصِّرَاطَ الْمُسْتَقِيمَ

Ihdinas-siratal-mustaqim

Guide us to the straight path

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