The Fourth Kalma, known as Kalma Tawheed (كلمة التوحيد), is a powerful and detailed declaration of Allah’s Oneness (Tawheed). It emphasises that Allah deserves worship and is free from imperfection or association. This Kalma strengthens a Muslim’s understanding of pure monotheism, the core belief of Islam.
Fourth Kalma In Arabic and English
Arabic:
لَا إِلٰهَ إِلَّا ٱللَّٰهُ وَحْدَهُ لَا شَرِيكَ لَهُ، لَهُ ٱلْمُلْكُ وَلَهُ ٱلْحَمْدُ، يُحْيِي وَيُمِيتُ، وَهُوَ حَيٌّ لَا يَمُوتُ، أَبَدًا أَبَدًا، ذُو ٱلْجَلَالِ وَٱلْإِكْرَامِ، بِيَدِهِ ٱلْخَيْرُ، وَهُوَ عَلَىٰ كُلِّ شَيْءٍ قَدِيرٌ
Transliteration:
La ilaha illallahu wahdahu la sharika lahu, lahu al-mulku wa lahu al-hamdu, yuhyi wa yumit, wa huwa hayyun la yamutu, abadan abada, dhul-jalali wal-ikram, biyadihi al-khayr, wa huwa ‘ala kulli shay’in qadeer.
Translation:
There is no god but Allah. He is One and has no partner. His is the kingdom, and for Him is all praise. He gives life and causes death. He is Ever-Living and does not die. In His hand is all good, and He has power over everything.
Deep Meaning and Significance
This Kalma expands on the concept of Tawheed (Oneness of Allah) in several ways:
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Allah is One – He has no partner in His divinity, power, or attributes.
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Sole Sovereign – “Lahu al-mulku wa lahu al-hamdu”: All dominion and praise belong to Him.
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Giver of Life and Death – Allah controls life and death; no one else shares this power.
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Eternal Life – Allah is Ever-Living and never dies, unlike His creation.
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Possessor of Majesty and Honour – “Dhul-jalali wal-ikram”: He is majestic, noble, and worthy of all reverence.
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Source of All Good – Every blessing and benefit is in Allah’s hands.
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All-Powerful – “Wa huwa ‘ala kulli shay’in qadeer”: Allah can do anything and everything.
Why This Kalma Matters
The Fourth Kalma is a detailed affirmation of monotheism, teaching Muslims:
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To rely on Allah alone.
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To recognise His ultimate control over life and the universe.
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To fear and worship Him sincerely without associating with any partners with Him.
It is often recited for spiritual strength, especially in times of need, and serves as a deep reminder of Allah’s greatness and mercy.
Conclusion
The Fourth Kalma – Kalma Tawheed – is a powerful expression of a Muslim’s belief in the Oneness, Sovereignty, and Power of Allah. It inspires deep faith, trust, and gratitude. By reciting and understanding this Kalma, Muslims renew their connection with their Creator and strengthen their foundation in Islam.
