Do you ever wish you could undo your mistakes or find relief from the guilt they bring? Islam offers a powerful way for both: the Fifth Kalima.
What is fifth Kalima?
The 5th kalma is also known as Astaghfar. The Arabic text of the fifth kalima is as follows:
اَسْتَغْفِرُ اللهَ رَبِّىْ مِنْ كُلِِّ ذَنْۢبٍ اَذْنَبْتُهٗ عَمَدًا اَوْ خَطَا ًٔ سِرًّا اَوْ عَلَانِيَةً وَّاَتُوْبُ اِلَيْهِ مِنَ الذَّنْۢبِ الَّذِىْٓ اَعْلَمُ وَ مِنَ الذَّنْۢبِ الَّذِىْ لَآ اَعْلَمُ اِنَّكَ اَنْتَ عَلَّامُ الْغُيُوْبِ وَ سَتَّارُ الْعُيُوْبِ و َغَفَّارُ الذُّنُوْبِ وَ لَا حَوْلَ وَلَا قُوَّةَ اِلَّا بِاللهِ الْعَلِىِِّ الْعَظِيْمِؕ
Astaghfirullah Rabbi min kulli dhanbin adhna bituhu, ‘amadan aw khata’an, sirran aw ‘alaniyatan, wa atubu ilayhi minal thanb alladhi a’lamu wa minal thanb alladhi la a’lamu innaka anta ‘allamul ghuyub wa sattar al-‘uyub wa ghaffar al-dhunub wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billahil ‘aliyyil ‘azim.
میں اللہ سے بخشش چاہتا ہوں ، میرے رب، ہر اس گناہ کی جو میں نے جان بوجھ کر کیا یا غلطی سے، پوشیدہ یا اعلانیہ، اور میں اس سے توبہ کرتا ہوں اس گناہ سے جو میں جانتا ہوں اور اس گناہ سے جو میں نہیں جانتا۔ بلاشبہ، آپ ہی غیب جاننے والے ہیں ، عیبوں کو چھپانے والے ہیں اور گناہوں کو بخشنے والے ہیں ۔اورطاقت اور قوت اللہ ہی کی طرف سے۔ (جو) بڑی شان اور عظمت کا مالک ہے
I seek forgiveness from Allah, my Lord, from every sin I have committed, knowingly or unknowingly, secretly or openly, and I turn to Him in repentance from the sin that I know about and the sin that I do not know about. Verily, You are the Knower of the unseen, the Concealer of the unseen, and the Forgiver of sins. And there is no power and no strength except in Allah, the Exalted, the Magnificent.
Other Kalimas
Understanding the 5th Kalma
أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللهَ رَبِّىْ مِنْ كُلِِّ ذَنْۢبٍ اَذْنَبْتُهٗ عَمَدًا اَوْ خَطَا ًٔ سِرًّا اَوْ عَلَانِيَةً
Astaghfirullah Rabbi min kulli dhanbin adhna bituhu, ‘amadan aw khata’an, sirran aw ‘alaniyatan
میں اللہ سے بخشش چاہتا ہوں ، میرے رب، ہر اس گناہ کی جو میں نے جان بوجھ کر کیا یا غلطی سے، پوشیدہ یا اعلانیہ
I seek forgiveness from Allah, my Lord, from every sin I have committed, knowingly or unknowingly, secretly or openly
Meaning:This verse establishes a plea for forgiveness from Allah. It acknowledges all types of sins – intentional or accidental, private or public – showing our humility and recognizing our potential for error.
وَّاَتُوْبُ اِلَيْهِ مِنَ الذَّنْبِ الَّذِىْ اَعْلَمُ وَمِنَ الذَّنْبِ الَّذِىْ لَا اَعْلَمُ
wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billahi al-‘aliyyi al-‘azim
اور میں اس سے توبہ کرتا ہوں اس گناہ سے جو میں جانتا ہوں اور اس گناہ سے جو میں نہیں جانتا
and I turn to Him in repentance from the sin that I know about and the sin that I do not know about
Meaning: This emphasizes sincere repentance, a turning away from sins. It highlights that even if we aren’t consciously aware of all our wrongdoings, we seek comprehensive forgiveness.
اِنَّكَ اَنْتَ عَلَّامُ الْغُيُوْبِ وَسَتَّارُالْعُيُوْبِ وَغَفَّارُ الذُّنُوْبِ
innaka anta ‘allamu al-ghuyubi wa sattaru al-‘uyubi wa ghaffaru al-dhunubi
بلاشبہ، آپ ہی غیب جاننے والے ہیں ، عیبوں کو چھپانے والے ہیں اور گناہوں کو بخشنے والے ہیں
Verily, You are the Knower of the unseen, the Concealer of the unseen, and the Forgiver of sins
Meaning: This verse praises Allah’s attributes. It reminds us that Allah knows everything, even our hidden faults, and has the power to hide them. Most importantly, Allah is the ultimate Forgiver.
وَلَا حَوْلَ وَلَا قُوَّةَ اِلَّا بِاللهِ الْعَلِىِّ الْعَظِيْمِ
innaka anta ‘allamu al-ghuyubi wa sattaru al-‘uyubi wa ghaffaru al-dhunubi
اورطاقت اور قوت اللہ ہی کی طرف سے۔ (جو) بڑی شان اور عظمت کا مالک ہے
And there is no power and no strength except in Allah, the Exalted, the Magnificent
Meaning: This states complete reliance on Allah. It reminds us that our ability to avoid sin and do good comes from His help and guidance.
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Importance of Astaghfar
Acknowledging Mistakes
Reciting Astaghfar is a powerful way to acknowledge our shortcomings and errors. It shows humility and a willingness to take responsibility for our actions.
Spiritual Cleansing
Seeking forgiveness is a form of spiritual purification. It washes away the burden of sins and wrongdoings, thus makes feel lighter and closer to Allah.
Pathway to Paradise
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) encouraged frequent recitation of Astaghfar to open the doors of Paradise.
Benefits of 5th Kalma
Inner Peace
Genuine repentance brings a deep sense of peace and calmness. It allows to let go of the guilt and negativity associated with past mistakes.
Relief from Anxiety
When we turn to Allah for forgiveness, we receive His boundless mercy. This alleviates worries, stress, and anxieties.
Strengthens Connection with Allah
Constant remembrance of Allah and seeking His forgiveness strengthens our spiritual connection with our Creator.
Blessings
Sincere repentance attracts Allah’s blessings and opens doors to goodness.
Fifth Kalma Benefits Based on Hadith
The hadith is narrated by Abu Hurairah, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). He said that the Prophet Muhammad said:
مَنْ قَالَ أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللَّهَ الَّذِي لاَ إِلَهَ إِلاَّ هُوَ الْحَىُّ الْقَيُّومُ
وَأَتُوبُ إِلَيْهِ غُفِرَ لَهُ وَإِنْ كَانَ فَرَّ مِنَ الزَّحْفِ
وَأَتُوبُ إِلَيْهِ غُفِرَ لَهُ وَإِنْ كَانَ فَرَّ مِنَ الزَّحْفِ
“Whoever says, ‘I seek forgiveness from Allah, there is no deity except Him, the Ever-Living, the Sustainer, and I repent to Him,’ will be forgiven, even if he has fled from the battlefield.”
Reference: Sunan Abi Dawud 1517
Ibn `Umar narrated that the Prophet (SAW) said:
إِنَّ اللَّهَ يَقْبَلُ تَوْبَةَ الْعَبْدِ مَا لَمْ يُغَرْغِرْ
“Indeed Allah accepts the repentance of a slave as long as (his soul does not reach his throat).”
Reference: Jami` at-Tirmidhi
It was narrated from Anas that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said:
كُلُّ بَنِي آدَمَ خَطَّاءٌ وَخَيْرُ الْخَطَّائِينَ التَّوَّابُونَ
“Every son of Adam commits sin, and the best of those who commit sin are those who repent.”
Reference: Jami` at-Tirmidhi 3537 Book 48, Hadith 168
Daily Life Use
Upon waking
Start your day with Astaghfar for mindful focus.
During challenges
Recite 5th Kalma for solace and reliance on Allah (SWT).
After Regrettable Actions
Use Astaghfar for immediate repentance.
With Prayers
Include it before and after prayers to amplify their impact.
Regular Repetition
Make Astaghfar a frequent dhikr for consistent connection with Allah (SWT).
Before Sleep
End your day by reflecting and seeking forgiveness.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
What is the 5th Kalima called?
It’s called Kalima Astaghfar, meaning the word of forgiveness.
When should I recite the 5th Kalma?
You can recite it anytime, but it’s especially beneficial after prayers, before sleeping, or when you feel burdened by mistakes.
Does the 5th Kalima erase all sins?
The 5th Kalma helps us ask for forgiveness, which is important. But Allah’s forgiveness also depends on truly being sorry and trying our best to fix our wrongdoings.
