What does allahoul mousta'an mean?

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Discover the meaning of the term allahoul mousta'an (االله المستعان) in Islamic vocabulary.

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Updated on 11 April 2026 at 1:05 AM

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Definition allahoul mousta'an

An expression meaning that Allah is the One whose help is sought, to Whom one turns for aid; said in hardships and when asking patience and assistance in a matter.
When to say it? Upon a misfortune or hardship, and to seek Allah's help

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بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم Tue 22 Jumada al-Awwal
الثلاثاء 22 جمادى الأولى

إِنَّ ٱللَّهَ وَمَلَٰٓئِكَتَهُۥ يُصَلُّونَ عَلَى ٱلنَّبِىِّ ۚ يَٰٓأَيُّهَا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ صَلُّوا۟ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلِّمُوا۟ تَسْلِيمًا

God and His angels shower their blessings on the Prophet. O believers, you should also send your blessings on him, and salute him with a worthy greeting.

Al-Ahzab 33:56

Blessings on the Prophet ﷺ