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بِسْمِ ٱللَّٰهِ / Bis-mil-lah
Bismillah is an Islamic phrase that means “In the name of Allah.”
Bismillah is an Islamic phrase that means “In the name of Allah” and is one of the most commonly used expressions in Islam. The phrase Bismillah is recited by Muslims before starting prayer, eating, studying, and other daily activities to seek blessings from Allah. Bismillah meaning reflects remembrance, gratitude, and reliance on Allah in every action according to Islamic teachings.