First Kalma (Tayyab) پہلا کلمہ طیب

Second Kalma (Shahadat) دوسرا کلمہ شہادت

Third Kalma (Tamjeed) تیسرا کلمہ تمجید

Fourth Kalma (Tawheed) چوتھا کلمہ توحید

Fifth Kalma (Astaghfar) پانچواں کلمہ استغفار

Sixth Kalma (Radde Kufr) چھٹا کلمہ رد کفر

First Kalma (Tayyab)

پہلا کلمہ طیب

لَا إِلٰهَ إِلَّا اللهُ مُحَمَّدٌ رَّسُولُ اللهِ

Laaa Ilaaha Illa-llaahu Muhammadur-Rasoolu-llaah

Translations

There is no God but Allah, and Muhammad (Peace be upon him) is the Messenger of Allah.

اللہ کے سوا کوئی معبود نہیں، محمد صلی اللہ علیہ وآلہ وسلم اللہ کے رسول ہیں۔

Meaning & Significance

Kalima Tayyaba (The Declaration of Purity)

Definition: This is the most fundamental testimony of Islam (the Shahada). It defines the absolute oneness of God and the finality of the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ mission.

Purpose: To enter the fold of Islam and declare internal purity.

Hadith

Kalma 1

أَشْهَدُ أَنْ لَا إِلٰهَ إِلَّا اللهُ وَحْدَهُ لَا شَرِيْكَ لَهُ وَأَشْهَدُ أَنَّ مُحَمَّدًا عَبْدُهُ وَرَسُوْلُهُ

Ash-hadu Al-laaa Ilaaha Illa-llaahu Wahdahoo Laa Shareeka Lahoo Wa-Ash-hadu Anna Muhammadan ‘Abduhoo Wa Rasooluhu.

Translations

I bear witness that there is no God except Allah, He is One and has no partner. And I bear witness that Muhammad ﷺ is His servant and Messenger.

میں گواہی دیتا ہوں کہ اللہ کے سوا کوئی معبود نہیں، وہ اکیلا ہے اس کا کوئی شریک نہیں، اور میں گواہی دیتا ہوں کہ محمد صلی اللہ علیہ وآلہ وسلم اس کے بندے اور رسول ہیں۔

Meaning & Significance

Kalima Shahadat (The Declaration of Evidence)

Definition: This Kalima serves as a formal "witnessing" or testimony. It is a dual affirmation of Allah’s unique divinity and the Prophet Muhammad’s ﷺ role as His devoted servant and Messenger.

Purpose: To provide a conscious, legal, and spiritual confirmation of one's belief before Allah and the community.

Quran

Kalma 2

سُبْحَانَ اللهِ وَالْحَمْدُ للهِ وَلَا إِلٰهَ إِلَّا اللهُ وَاللهُ أَكْبَرُ وَلَا حَوْلَ وَلَا قُوَّةَ إِلَّا بِاللهِ الْعَلِيِّ الْعَظِيْمِ

Subhaana-llaahi Walhamdu Lillaahi Walaaa Ilaaha Illa-llaahu Wallaahu Akbar. Walaa Hawla Walaa Quwwata Illaa Billaahi-l ‘Aliyyil ‘Azeem.

Translations

Glory be to Allah, all praise is for Allah, there is no God but Allah, Allah is the Greatest, and there is no power and no strength except with Allah, the Most High, the Great.

پاک ہے اللہ، سب تعریفیں اللہ کے لئے ہیں، اللہ کے سوا کوئی معبود نہیں، اللہ سب سے بڑا ہے،گناہوں سے بچنے کی طاقت اور نیک کام کرنے کی توفیق نہیں مگر اللّٰہ کی طرف سے جو بہت بلند و عظمت والا ہے۔

Meaning & Significance

Kalima Tamjeed (The Declaration of Majesty)

Definition: An expression of Tasbih (glorification) and Tahmid (praise), this Kalima acknowledges that all majesty, power, and holiness belong exclusively to the Almighty.

Purpose: To exalt Allah’s greatness and recognise that no human effort or strength exists except through His Divine permission.

Hadith

Kalma 3

لَا إِلٰهَ إِلَّا اللهُ وَحْدَهُ لَا شَرِيْكَ لَهُ لَهُ الْمُلْكُ وَلَهُ الْحَمْدُ يُحْيِي وَيُمِيْتُ وَهُوَ حَيٌّ لَا يَمُوْتُ أَبَدًا أَبَدًا ذُوالْجَلَالِ وَالْإِكْرَامِ بِيَدِهِ الْخَيْرُ وَهُوَ عَلٰى كُلِّ شَيْءٍ قَدِيْرٌ

Laaa Ilaaha Illa-llaahu Wahdahoo Laa Shareeka-lahoo Lahu-l Mulku Walahu-l Hamdu Yuhyee Wayumeetu Wahuwa Hayyu-l Laa Yamootu Abadan Abada. Dhu-l Jalaali Wal Ikraam. Biyadihil Khair. Wahuwa Alaa Kulli Shai-’in Qadeer.

Translations

There is no God but Allah, He is One, without partner. To him belongs the kingdom, and for him is all praise. He gives life and causes death. He is Ever-Living and will never die. He is the Owner of Majesty and Honor. In His Hand is all good, and He has power over all things.

اللہ کے سوا کوئی معبود نہیں، وہ اکیلا ہے، اس کا کوئی شریک نہیں، اسی کی بادشاہی ہے، سب تعریفیں اسی کے لئے ہیں، وہی زندہ کرتا ہے اور مارتا ہے، اور وہ ہمیشہ زندہ ہے اور کبھی نہیں مرے گا۔ عظمت اور بزرگی والا ہے، اسی کے ہاتھ میں بھلائی ہے، اور وہ ہر چیز پر قدرت رکھنے والا ہے۔

Meaning & Significance

Kalima Tauheed (The Declaration of Oneness)

Definition: A comprehensive proclamation of the indivisible Unity of Allah. It emphasises His eternal nature-He is the Ever-Living who neither slumbers nor dies—and His absolute sovereignty over life and death.

Purpose: To reinforce the concept of Monotheism and reject the existence of any partners or equals to the Creator.

Quran

Kalma 4

أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللهَ رَبِّيْ مِنْ كُلِّ ذَنْبٍ أَذْنَبْتُهُ عَمَدًا أَوْ خَطَأً سِرًّا أَوْ عَلَانِيَةً وَأَتُوْبُ إِلَيْهِ مِنَ الذَّنْبِ الَّذِيْ أَعْلَمُ وَمِنَ الذَّنْبِ الَّذِيْ لَا أَعْلَمُ إِنَّكَ أَنْتَ عَلَّامُ الْغُيُوْبِ وَسَتَّارُ الْعُيُوْبِ وَغَفَّارُ الذُّنُوْبِ وَلَا حَوْلَ وَلَا قُوَّةَ إِلَّا بِاللهِ الْعَلِيِّ الْعَظِيْمِ

Astaghfiru-llaaha Rabbi Min Kulli Dhambin Adhnabtuhoo ‘Amadan Aw Khata-an Sirran Aw ‘Alaaniyata-wn Wa-atoobu Ilaihi Min-adh Dhambi-l Ladhee A’lamu Wamina-dh Dhambi-l Ladhi Laaa A’lamu Innaka Anta ‘Allaamu-l Ghuyoobi Wasattaaru-l ‘Uyoobi Wa Ghaffaaru-dh Dhunubi Walaa Hawla Walaa Quwwata Illaa Billaahi-l ‘Aliyyil ‘Azeem.

Translations

I seek forgiveness from Allah, my Lord, from every sin I committed knowingly or unknowingly, secretly or openly. I repent to Him from the sin that I know and from the sin that I do not know. Indeed, You are the Knower of the unseen, the Concealer of faults, and the Forgiver of sins. There is no power and no strength except with Allah, the Most High, the Great.

میں اللہ سے بخشش مانگتا ہوں اپنے رب سے، ہر گناہ کے لئے جو میں نے کیا، جان بوجھ کر یا بھول کر، پوشیدہ یا ظاہر، اور میں اس کی طرف توبہ کرتا ہوں، اس گناہ سے جو میں جانتا ہوں اور اس گناہ سے جو میں نہیں جانتا۔ بے شک تو غیبوں کا جاننے والا ہے، عیبوں کو چھپانے والا ہے، گناہوں کو بخشنے والا ہے۔ ،گناہوں سے بچنے کی طاقت اور نیک کام کرنے کی توفیق نہیں مگر اللّٰہ کی طرف سے جو بہت بلند و عظمت والا ہے۔

Meaning & Significance

Kalima Istighfar (The Declaration of Penitence)

Definition: A formal prayer for Astaghfirullah (seeking forgiveness). It is an admission of human fallibility and a plea for Allah’s mercy regarding sins committed both knowingly and unknowingly.

Purpose: To seek spiritual cleansing, express humble remorse, and ask for protection from the consequences of one's faults.

Quran

Kalma 5

اَللّٰهُمَّ إِنِّيْ أَعُوْذُ بِكَ مِنْ أَنْ أُشْرِكَ بِكَ شَيْئًا وَأَنَا أَعْلَمُ بِهِ وَأَسْتَغْفِرُكَ لِمَا لَا أَعْلَمُ بِهِ تُبْتُ عَنْهُ وَتَبَرَّأْتُ مِنَ الْكُفْرِ وَالشِّرْكِ وَالْكِذْبِ وَالْغِيْبَةِ وَالْبِدْعَةِ وَالنَّمِيْمَةِ وَالْفَوَاحِشِ وَالْبُهْتَانِ وَالْمَعَاصِي كُلِّهَا وَأَسْلَمْتُ وَأَقُوْلُ لَا إِلٰهَ إِلَّا اللهُ مُحَمَّدٌ رَّسُولُ اللهِ

Allaa-humma Inneee A’udhu-bika Min An Ushrika Bika Shay-awn Wa-ana A’lamu Bihee Wa- astaghfiruka Limaa Laaa A’lamu Bihee Tubtu ‘Anhu Wata-barraatu Mina-l Kufri Wash-shirki Wal-kidhbi Wal-gheebati Wal-bid’ati Wan-nameemati Wal-fawahishi Wal-buhtaani Wal-m’aasi Kulli-haa Wa-Aslamtu Wa-aqoolu Laaa Ilaaha Illa-llaahu Muhammadu-r Rasoolu-llah.

Translations

O Allah! I seek refuge in You from associating anything with You knowingly. I seek Your forgiveness for what I do not know. I repent from it, and I disown disbelief, polytheism, lies, backbiting, innovation, slander, indecency, falsehood, and all sins. I accept Islam and declare that there is no God but Allah, and Muhammad ﷺ is His Messenger.

اے اللہ! میں تیری پناہ مانگتا ہوں کہ میں تیرے ساتھ کسی چیز کو شریک کروں حالانکہ میں جانتا ہوں، اور میں تجھ سے بخشش مانگتا ہوں اس چیز کے لئے جو میں نہیں جانتا۔ میں نے اس سے توبہ کی اور کفر، شرک، جھوٹ، غیبت، بدعت، چغلی، بے حیائی، بہتان اور سب گناہوں سے بیزاری ظاہر کی، اور اسلام قبول کیا، اور کہتا ہوں کہ اللہ کے سوا کوئی معبود نہیں، محمد صلی اللہ علیہ وآلہ وسلم اللہ کے رسول ہیں۔

Meaning & Significance

Kalima Radde Kufr (The Rejection of Disbelief)

Definition: This Kalima is a spiritual shield used to explicitly reject everything that contradicts the Islamic creed, such as polytheism (Shirk), falsehood, hypocrisy, and innovation in religion.

Purpose: To seek Allah’s refuge from spiritual deviance and to formally renew one's commitment to the path of righteousness and truth.

Hadith

Kalma 6

The Six Kalimas: Complete Guide with Audio & Translation

Learn the Six Kalimas of Islam with Arabic text, English translation, Urdu translation, and authentic audio recitation. Perfect for memorisation, understanding the meaning, and teaching children the foundation of Imaan.

Quick Reference: The Six Kalimas

Understanding the deeper meaning behind each Kalima strengthens your Imaan and connects your heart to Allah.

Kalima Tayyaba

Definition: TThis is the most fundamental testimony of Islam (the Shahada). It defines the absolute oneness of God and the finality of the Prophet Muhammad's ï·º mission.

Purpose: To enter the fold of Islam and declare faith with purity of heart.

Also known as: Shahada, First Kalima, Declaration of Faith

Kalima Shahadat

Definition: This Kalima serves as a formal "witnessing" or testimony. It is a dual affirmation of Allah’s unique divinity and the Prophet Muhammad’s ï·º role as His devoted servant and Messenger.

Purpose: To provide conscious and spiritual confirmation of belief before Allah.

Also known as: Second Kalima, Testimony of Faith

Kalima Tamjeed

Definition: An expression of Tasbih (glorification) and Tahmid (praise), this Kalima acknowledges that all majesty, power, and holiness belong exclusively to the Almighty.

Purpose: To exalt Allah's greatness and acknowledge that all power comes from Him.

Also known as: Third Kalima, Glorification of Allah

Kalima Tauheed

Purpose: To reinforce the concept of Tawheed and reject all partners with Allah.

Also known as: Fourth Kalima, Oneness of Allah

Kalima Istighfar

Purpose: To seek spiritual cleansing and express humble remorse for shortcomings.

Also known as: Fifth Kalima, Repentance, Astaghfirullah

Kalima Radde Kufr

Purpose: To seek Allah's refuge from disbelief and renew commitment to righteousness.

Also known as: Sixth Kalima, Rejection of Disbelief, Radd-e-Kufr

Why Memorising the Six Kalimas Transforms Your Faith

Strengthens Imaan

Regular recitation reinforces your belief in Allah's oneness and the Prophet's ï·º message.

Spiritual Protection

Kalima Radde Kufr specifically acts as a shield against shirk, hypocrisy, and spiritual deviance.

Perfect for Children

The Six Kalimas are the first step in Islamic education, taught in mosques and madrasas worldwide.

Daily Renewal of Faith

Reciting the Kalimas daily renews your commitment to Allah and refreshes your Imaan.

How to Memorise the Six Kalimas Effectively

Start with Meaning

Understanding the English translation of each Kalima helps your heart connect with the words you're reciting.

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Frequently Asked Questions About the Six Kalimas

What is the 1st Kalima in English?

The 1st Kalima (Tayyaba) in English: "There is none worthy of worship except Allah, Muhammad ï·º is the Messenger of Allah." It's the foundation of Islamic faith.

What is the 6th Kalima in English?

The 6th Kalima (Radde Kufr) in English: "O Allah! I seek refuge in You from that I should not join any partner with You knowingly..." It's a prayer rejecting disbelief.

Why are the Six Kalimas important?

They summarise the core beliefs of Islam: Tawheed (oneness of Allah), Risalat (prophethood), and Akhirah (afterlife). They're essential for every Muslim's spiritual development.

Can I listen to Six Kalimas audio?

Yes! Use our interactive widget above to listen to authentic Arabic recitation of all six Kalimas with perfect Tajweed.

What is the difference between Kalima Tayyaba and Kalima Shahadat?

Kalima Tayyaba is the basic declaration of faith. Kalima Shahadat is a more detailed testimony, witnessing Allah's oneness and the Prophet's ï·º messengership with emphasis.

How to teach Six Kalimas to kids?

Start with Kalima Tayyaba, use our audio player for correct pronunciation, explain the meaning in simple English, and use the repeat mode for practice.

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The Six Kalimas: Complete Guide with Audio & Translation

Quick Reference: The Six Kalimas

Kalima Tayyaba

Kalima Shahadat

Kalima Tamjeed

Kalima Tauheed

Kalima Istighfar

Kalima Radde Kufr

Why Memorising the Six Kalimas Transforms Your Faith

Strengthens Imaan

Spiritual Protection

Perfect for Children

Daily Renewal of Faith

How to Memorise the Six Kalimas Effectively

Start with Meaning

Listen to Audio Recitation

Use Repetition Mode

Read Urdu Translation

Download and Share

Frequently Asked Questions About the Six Kalimas

What is the 1st Kalima in English?

What is the 6th Kalima in English?

Why are the Six Kalimas important?

Can I listen to Six Kalimas audio?

What is the difference between Kalima Tayyaba and Kalima Shahadat?

How to teach Six Kalimas to kids?

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