Lowering into the Grave (Bismillah wa Ala Millah)
Use: Words said placing the deceased in the grave
Also searched as: qabr me utarte waqt dua • burial dua
English guide — translation coming soon.
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ وَعَلَى مِلَّةِ رَسُولِ اللَّهِ
Bismillahi wa ala millati rasulillah.
In Allah’s name, and upon the creed of Allah’s Messenger.
Lowering the deceased • Once
The burial formula taught by the Prophet — the grave entered upon his millah.
📚 Source: Sunan Abu Dawud, Sunan al-Tirmidhi and Sunan Ibn Majah • Narrated by Ibn Umar • Grade: Hasan
Verify wording with a teacher; rulings differ — consult scholars.
❓ 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.