What is the meaning of (wa bihamdihi) in the glorification "Subhan Allah wa bihamdihi"?
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The meaning of "wa bihamdihi" in the phrase "Subhan Allah wa bihamdihi" is "and all praise is due to Him." The "wa" (and) here denotes a state (hal), and its estimated meaning is "I glorify Allah while being adorned with my praise of Him, due to His enabling grace." The "ba" (bi) signifies accompaniment and association.
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