Lowering into the Grave (Bismillah wa Ala Millah)
Words said placing the deceased in the grave
Also searched as: qabr me utarte waqt dua • burial dua
Arabic
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ وَعَلَى مِلَّةِ رَسُولِ اللَّهِ
Transliteration
Bismillahi wa ala millati rasulillah.
Meaning
In Allah’s name, and upon the creed of Allah’s Messenger.
Reference
Sunan Abu Dawud, Sunan al-Tirmidhi and Sunan Ibn Majah
When to recite
Lowering the deceased • Once
Virtue
The burial formula taught by the Prophet — the grave entered upon his millah.
Sources & review
Sunan Abu Dawud, Sunan al-Tirmidhi and Sunan Ibn Majah
Prophetic dua • Narrated by Ibn Umar • Grade: Hasan • Learn personal details from a qualified teacher; minor school differences exist.
Educational content — not a fatwa. See methodology and disclaimer.
Reviewed • 2026-01-01Our methodology
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When should I recite Lowering into the Grave (Bismillah wa Ala Millah)?
Lowering the deceased. Recite it once.
What is the virtue of Lowering into the Grave (Bismillah wa Ala Millah)?
The burial formula taught by the Prophet — the grave entered upon his millah.
Where is Lowering into the Grave (Bismillah wa Ala Millah) from?
Source: Sunan Abu Dawud, Sunan al-Tirmidhi and Sunan Ibn Majah (narrated by Ibn Umar). Grade: Hasan. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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