سُبْحَانَ الَّذِي يُسَبِّحُ الرَّعْدُ بِحَمْدِهِ وَالْمَلَائِكَةُ مِنْ خِيفَتِهِ
Glory be to Allah, the One Whom the thunder declares His glory, and the angels are in awe of Him out of His fear.
Subhanal-ladhi yusabbihur-ra'du bihamdihi wal-mala'ikatu min khifatih
When to Read
This supplication is recited upon hearing thunder. It is a way to remember Allah's might and power, and to seek His protection during such awe-inspiring natural phenomena. It's particularly relevant during stormy weather.
How to Read
Recite this dua wholeheartedly when you hear the thunder. It is a declaration of Allah's perfection and an acknowledgment of His immense power over all creation. By remembering Allah in such moments, we invite His protection and blessings.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua when hearing thunder is a way to acknowledge Allah's magnificence. It connects us to the natural world and reminds us of our dependence on the Creator. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would say this, showing us the importance of remembering Allah in all circumstances, especially when witnessing His signs in nature.
Source & Authentication
Ibn 'Abbas (may Allah be pleased with him) reported: The Prophet ﷺ (peace be upon him) said: "When you hear the thunder, remember Allah, for it is He Who says: 'Subhanal-ladhi yusabbihur-ra'du bihamdihi wal-mala'ikatu min khifatih' (Glory be to Allah, the One Whom the thunder declares His glory, and the angels are in awe of Him out of His fear)." (Al-Adab Al-Mufrad 1200, graded Sahih by Al-Albani). Another narration in Sahih al-Bukhari (4898) mentions that 'Abdullah bin Az-Zubayr (may Allah be pleased with him) used to stop talking when he heard thunder, and he would say: "Glory be to Him Whom the thunder glorifies and praises, and it is from His awe."