What does allahou soubhanahou wa ta'ala mean?

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Discover the meaning of the term allahou soubhanahou wa ta'ala (الله سبحانه وتعالى) in Islamic vocabulary.

Updated on 11 April 2026 at 1:05 AM

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Definition allahou soubhanahou wa ta'ala

An expression of Allah's glorification and exaltation, meaning: declaring Allah free of all deficiency and His transcendence above His creation; joined to His noble name to exalt Him.
When to say it? When Allah's name is read, heard or written ; At all times, as remembrance of Allah

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حسبنا الله ونعم الوكيل Allah is sufficient for us, the best guardian

إِنَّ ٱللَّهَ وَمَلَٰٓئِكَتَهُۥ يُصَلُّونَ عَلَى ٱلنَّبِىِّ ۚ يَٰٓأَيُّهَا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ صَلُّوا۟ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلِّمُوا۟ تَسْلِيمًا

God and His angels shower their blessings on the Prophet. O believers, you should also send your blessings on him, and salute him with a worthy greeting.

Al-Ahzab 33:56

Blessings on the Prophet ﷺ