Rakat 3: Ruku

BowingSame as Rakat 1

After the standing recitation, say the takbeer as you bow. In Ruku, glorify Allah with calmness and respect.

Position

Bow with your back straight, head in line with the back, and both hands holding the knees.

BackStraight, not rounded.
HeadIn line with the back.
HandsHolding the knees.
StillnessPause calmly before rising.

Moving into Ruku

Transition

ٱللَّٰهُ أَكْبَرُ

Allahu Akbar

Allah is the Greatest.

What to say in Ruku

Repeat ×3

سُبْحَانَ رَبِّيَ ٱلْعَظِيمِ

Subhana Rabbiyal-‘Azim

Glory be to my Lord, the Most Great.

Say it 3 times.

Child-friendly meaning

Allah is perfect, and my Lord is greater than everything. I bow to Him with respect.