The Second Kalma, known as Kalma Shahadat (كلمة الشهادة), is a powerful testimony that expresses a Muslim’s belief in Allah’s oneness and the finality of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. It builds upon the First Kalma and formally declares a Muslim’s faith.
Second Kalma Shahadat In Arabic and English
Arabic:
أَشْهَدُ أَنْ لَا إِلٰهَ إِلَّا ٱللَّٰهُ وَحْدَهُ لَا شَرِيكَ لَهُ، وَأَشْهَدُ أَنَّ مُحَمَّدًا عَبْدُهُ وَرَسُولُهُ
Transliteration:
Ashhadu alla ilaha illallahu wahdahu la sharika lahu, wa ashhadu anna Muhammadan abduhu wa rasuluh.
Translation:
I bear witness to the fact that there is no god but Allah. He is one, without any partner. And I bear witness to Muhammad being His servant and Messenger.
Meaning and Significance
The Second Kalma is known as the Shahada (testimony). It is not just a statement of belief but a solemn declaration made before Allah:
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“Ashhadu alla ilaha illallah” confirms that there is no deity worthy of worship except Allah, who is alone and has no partner. It affirms the central Islamic belief in Tawheed (the Oneness of God).
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“Wa ashhadu anna Muhammadan abduhu wa rasuluh” – This acknowledges that Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is Allah’s servant and messenger, not divine, but the final Prophet sent to guide humanity.
The words of the Kalma show that Allah is One and that Muhammad ﷺ is His Prophet. All Muslims are supposed to have these beliefs.
When Is It Recited?
The Shahadat is recited by:
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A declaration of becoming a Muslim is what new Muslims perform.
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Muslims obey the Law of Allah in their daily prayers and other religious acts.
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Those who are dying or recalling their religion.
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It contributes strongly to the Adhan and Iqamah, illustrating its importance in Islam.
Conclusion
The Second Kalma, Kalma Shahadat, is more than a verbal statement—it is a profound commitment to live according to the teachings of Islam. By bearing witness to Allah’s Oneness and the Prophethood of Muhammad ﷺ, a Muslim confirms their faith and purpose in life. It is a key part of entering and living in Islam with sincerity, obedience, and devotion.
