What Is Al Fatihah?

Al-Fatiha, alternatively transliterated Al-Fātiḥa or Al-Fātiḥah is the first surah of the Quran. It consists of 6 or 7 āyāt which are a prayer for guidance and mercy. Al-Fatiha is recited in Muslim obligatory and voluntary prayers, known as salah.

What does Surah Al Fatiha?

Surah al-Fatihah (Arabic: سُورَةُ الْفَاتِحَة‎) is the first chapter (surah) of the Quran. Its seven verses (ayat) are a prayer for the guidance, lordship and mercy of God. ... Some Muslims interpret it as a reference to an implied ability of the Surah to open a person to faith in God.

What is the English meaning of Fatiha?

: the short opening sura of the Koran used by Muslims as a prayer.

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