سُبْحَانَ الَّذِي يُسَبِّحُ الرَّعْدُ بِحَمْدِهِ وَالْمَلَائِكَةُ مِنْ خِيفَتِهِ
Glory be to Him Whom the thunder glorifies by praising Him, and (so do) the angels out of His fear.
Subhanalladhi yusabbihur-ra'du bihamdihi wal-mala'ikatu min khifatih
When to Read
This beautiful remembrance is recited when observing the awesome power of nature, specifically when lightning flashes and thunder rumbles. It’s a moment to reflect on Allah's might and our own dependence on Him.
How to Read
Recite this sincerely, focusing on the meaning of the words. It's not a lengthy supplication, but its power lies in the awe and recognition of Allah's greatness it fosters. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would recite this when witnessing such phenomena.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua helps cultivate awe for Allah's creation and reminds us of His absolute power. By glorifying Allah in the face of such natural displays, we acknowledge our place as His humble servants and seek His protection and mercy. It turns a potentially frightening experience into an opportunity for remembrance and spiritual growth.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Ibn 'Abbas (may Allah be pleased with them) that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: 'The clouds are the furthest of the creatures from the earth.' And it was narrated from him that when the Prophet (ﷺ) heard thunder, he would stop talking and say: 'Glory be to Him Whom the thunder glorifies by praising Him, and (so do) the angels out of His fear.' (He said this) then he would say: 'This is a threat to the inhabitants of the earth, may Allah destroy the 'Ad.'