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Rukūʿ — Bowing
الركوع
Al-Rukūʿ
Bow forward with a straight back, hands on the knees.
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What to do
Say ‘Allāhu Akbar’ and bow so your back is level. Grip the knees. Look at the ground between your feet. Say the phrase of rukūʿ three times.
سُبْحَانَ رَبِّيَ الْعَظِيمِ
Transliteration
Subḥāna Rabbiya l-ʿAẓīm
Meaning
Glory be to my Lord, the Most Great.
Pronunciation
Listen: Subḥāna Rabbiya l-ʿAẓīm
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Be careful of
Common mistakes
- Bowing too low or barely at all.
- Rushing — pause and settle before rising.