During prostration, a Muslim remembers Allah through glorification and supplication. One of the most well-known phrases said during prostration is:
“Glory be to my Lord, the Most High.”
The worshipper may increase in remembrance and supplication during prostration while maintaining humility and attentiveness before Allah.
Glorifying Allah During Prostration
One of the principal remembrances during prostration is:
“Glory be to my Lord, the Most High.”
It may be said once, while repeating it three times or more is commonly practiced.
Another reported remembrance is:
“Glory be to You, O Allah, our Lord, and praise be to You. O Allah, forgive me.”
Other Remembrances During Prostration
Other reported forms of remembrance include:
“Glorified and Holy is He, Lord of the angels and the Spirit.”
Another is:
“Glory be to the Possessor of might, dominion, majesty and greatness.”
A worshipper may combine glorification with permissible supplications during prostration.
A Major Supplication of Prostration
Among the reported supplications is:
“O Allah, to You I have prostrated, in You I have believed, and to You I have submitted. My face has prostrated to the One who created and fashioned it and gave it hearing and sight. Blessed is Allah, the Best of creators.”
This supplication expresses submission, faith and humility before Allah.
Supplication for Forgiveness
A worshipper may ask Allah for complete forgiveness, including through the following supplication:
“O Allah, forgive me all my sins, the small and the great, the first and the last, the apparent and the hidden.”
The worshipper may also ask Allah for goodness in this life and the Hereafter.
Supplication for Steadfastness
Among the supplications a Muslim may make is:
“O Allah, Turner of hearts, make my heart steadfast upon Your religion.”
A worshipper may also ask Allah for guidance, forgiveness, mercy, lawful provision and the fulfillment of permissible needs.
Why Do Muslims Make Supplication During Prostration?
Prostration represents a profound state of humility and submission to Allah during prayer. Muslims therefore use this position for remembrance and supplication while reflecting on Allah’s greatness.
Prostration is not limited to glorification alone. A worshipper may combine glorification, seeking forgiveness and permissible supplications.
What does a Muslim say during prostration?
The worshipper says: “Glory be to my Lord, the Most High,” and may increase in remembrance and supplication.
How many times is “Glory be to my Lord, the Most High” said?
It may be said once, while repeating it three times or more is commonly practiced.
Can a Muslim make supplication during prostration?
Yes. Muslims are encouraged to make permissible supplications during prostration.
Can a Muslim ask for forgiveness during prostration?
Yes. The worshipper may ask Allah for forgiveness, mercy, guidance and other permissible needs.
What is a well-known supplication during prostration?
One well-known remembrance is “Glory be to my Lord, the Most High,” along with reported supplications such as “O Allah, to You I have prostrated, in You I have believed, and to You I have submitted...”
