Dua When Hearing Someone Sneeze
Dua When Hearing Someone Sneeze – چھینک آنے پر الحمد للہ کہنے والے کے لئے دعا: When someone sneezes and praises Allah by saying “Alhamdulillah”, it is Sunnah for the listener to respond with “Yarhamuk Allah” (May Allah have mercy on you). This beautiful exchange reflects compassion, remembrance of Allah, and good manners in Islam. Sneezing is considered a blessing as it relieves the body, and responding with this dua strengthens bonds among Muslims while spreading mercy and kindness.
Masnoon Duain
Daily Supplications for the Believer
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Translation
Pakistani Languages Translation
Punjabi (پنجابی)
Sindhi (سنڌي)
Pashto (پښتو)
Complete Sneezing Etiquette Process
Action: A Muslim sneezes
Sneezer says: Alhamdulillah (All praise is for Allah)
Listener responds: Yarhamukallah (May Allah have mercy on you)
Sneezer replies: Yahdikumullahu wa yuslihu balakum (May Allah guide you and set your affairs in order)
Sneezer’s Response to “Yarhamukallah”
Transliteration: Yahdikumullahu wa yuslihu balakum
Benefits of This Dua Exchange
- It strengthens the bonds of brotherhood among Muslims
- It teaches us to pray for one another’s well-being
- It follows the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)
- It brings spiritual rewards and blessings for both parties
- It creates a beautiful social etiquette in the Muslim community
- It reminds us of our interconnectedness as believers
Important Etiquette Rules
- Only respond with “Yarhamukallah” if you hear the sneezer say “Alhamdulillah”
- If someone sneezes repeatedly, respond to the first three sneezes only
- If a non-Muslim sneezes, you may pray for their guidance in your heart
- The response should be said in a moderate voice, not too loud or soft
- If you sneeze during prayer, say “Alhamdulillah” quietly
- Cover your mouth and nose when sneezing to maintain hygiene
