Sana — Opening Dua of Salah
Glorification recited at the start of prayer
Arabic
سُبْحَانَكَ اللَّهُمَّ وَبِحَمْدِكَ وَتَبَارَكَ اسْمُكَ وَتَعَالَى جَدُّكَ وَلَا إِلَهَ غَيْرُكَ
Transliteration
Subhanakallahumma wa bihamdik, wa tabarakasmuk, wa ta’ala jadduk, wa la ilaha ghayruk.
Meaning
Glory be to You, O Allah, and praise. Blessed is Your name, exalted is Your majesty, and there is no god but You.
Reference
Sunan al-Tirmidhi
When to recite
Start of salah, after takbir • Once
Virtue
Opens the prayer with pure glorification of Allah.
Sources & review
Sunan al-Tirmidhi
Prophetic dua • 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 Sana — Opening Dua of Salah?
Start of salah, after takbir. Recite it once.
What is the virtue of Sana — Opening Dua of Salah?
Opens the prayer with pure glorification of Allah.
Where is Sana — Opening Dua of Salah from?
Source: Sunan al-Tirmidhi. Grade: Hasan. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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