Labaik, an Arabic phrase that means "Here I am" or "At Your Service," is most famously connected with the Islamic Hajj pilgrimage. The pilgrims recite the phrase لَبَّيْكَ اللَّهُمَّ لَبَّيْكَ ("Here I am, O Allah, here I am"), which shows a commitment of their dedication and vigilance to serve Allah is known as Talbiyah. This phrase is specific and unique and is recited to express the sentiments of eagerness and devotion towards Allah سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى. Labaik Allahuma Labaik" is a specific religious phrase used in the context of the Hajj pilgrimage. When spoken together, it is pronounced la-BAYK al-LAH-hu-mah la-BAYK.
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Putting it together, "LABAIK" is pronounced as "lab-Baik."
Labaik is generally associated with the religious practices of Hajj and Umrah, but in a broader aspect, it also denotes a willingness to serve or as a gesture of a positive call to a request. Millions of Muslims gather during the Hajj and recite the Talbiyah together, which creates a sense of unity and shared faith. It strengthens the bond with Allah سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى and increases the sense of purpose in life.
Hajj is one of the five pillars of Islam and Talbiyah is one of the major recitations that Muslims recite during it. It is an acknowledgment of Tawheed, Oneness of Allah سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى. In Sahih Bukhari, there are different Hadith regarding Labaik, where Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said Labaik on different occasions.
Narrated by Ibn `Umar: I saw that Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) used to ride on his Mount at Dhul Hulaifa and used to start saying, "Labbaik" when the Mount stood upright. (Reference: Sahih al-Bukhari 1514, In-book reference: Book 25, Hadith 2).
In another instance narrated by 'Ubaidullah bin Abdullah, Ibn `Abbas' said:
"Usama rode behind Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) from `Arafat to Al-Muzdalifa, and then Al-Fadl rode behind Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) from Al-Muzdalifa to Mina." Ibn `Abbas added, "Both of them said, 'The Prophet kept on reciting Talbiya till he did the Rami of Jamrat-Al-`Aqaba." (Reference: Sahih al-Bukhari 1543, 1544, In-book reference: Book 25, Hadith 30).
Many references in Sahih Muslim and Sahih Bukhari can provide more information on Talbiya; some such references are given below:
Narrated by Ibn Umar: "The Talbiyah of Allah's Apostle was: Labbayka Allahumma labbayk, labbayka la sharika laka labbayk. Inna-l-hamda wan-ni'mata laka wal-mulk, la sharika laka." (Reference: Sahih Muslim 1184 a, In-book reference: Book 15, Hadith 21).
Remembering of Ibrahim عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ and Isma'il عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ is very important in Islamic tradition, especially during the Hajj. The Talbiyah is directly related to this prophetic tradition and the footsteps of Prophet Ibrahim, Allah سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى directed Prophet Ibrahim and his son Isma'il to build the Kaaba, Mecca's sacred sanctuary. The building of the Kaaba is seen as a turning point in Islamic history, representing the monotheistic faith and the creation of pilgrimage customs. The Talbiyah, which incorporates the phrase "Labaik," originated with Prophet Ibrahim's proclamation of the trip and invitation to participate in the worship and
It is stated that after receiving Allah's instruction, Prophet Ibrahim called on humanity to respond to the divine invitation by declaring, "Labaik Allahuma Labaik." "اللَّهُمَّ لَبَّيْكَ لَبَّيْكَ. To this day saying "Labaik," pilgrims replicate Prophet Ibrahim's submission answer to Allah's call, indicating their willingness to embark on the journey and fulfill their religious commitments. The activities of Prophet Ibrahim, as well as his invitation to pilgrimage, underline humanity's togetherness and brotherhood in worshiping Allah.
لَبَّيْكَ اللَّهُمَّ لَبَّيْكَ، لَبَّيْكَ لا شَرِيكَ لَكَ لَبَّيْكَ، إِنَّ الْحَمْدَ وَالنِّعْمَةَ لَكَ وَالْمُلْكَ، لا شَرِيكَ لَكَ
Labaik Allahuma Labaik, Labaik la sharika laka Labaik, Inna al-hamda wa-n-ni‘mata laka wa-l-mulk, la sharika lak.
Translation: "Here I am, O Allah, here I am. Here I am, You have no partner, here I am. Verily, all praise, grace, and dominion are Yours, You have no partner."
Takbir (تكبير): The phrase "Allahu Akbar" (الله أكبر) means "Allah is the greatest." It is frequently recited alongside the Talbiyah at Hajj and other important Islamic practices.
Tahmid (تحميد): The word "Alhamdulillah" (الحمد لله) means "All praise is due to Allah." This line is part of the Talbiyah, which is commonly repeated on Hajj.
Tasbih (تسبيح): The term "Subhanallah" (سبحان الله) means "Glory be to Allah." It is frequently recited as a form of dhikr (remembrance of Allah) in many Islamic rites.
The phrase لَبَّيْكَ اللَّهُمَّ لَبَّيْكَ، is not just a simple phrase; it represents the answer to the call of a very pious journey. It also represents the sentiments of all the Muslims around the world, not only those who are performing Hajj recite it but also the ones who are sitting at their homes many miles away from the Kaabah reciting this during the days of Hajj, which shows their religious attachment. It is a sensitive phrase for all Muslims; hence it should be respected and used appropriately and respectfully.
Labaik means, "Here I am" or "At Your Service."
Labaik Allahuma Labaik (لبیک اللہم لبیک)
Urdu Translation: اللہ کے حکم کے لیے میں ہازر ہوں، اللہ کے حکم کے لیے میں ہازر ہوں۔
لَبَّيْكَ ٱللَّٰهُمَّ لَبَّيْكَ، لَبَّيْكَ لَا شَرِيكَ لَكَ لَبَّيْكَ، إِنَّ ٱلْحَمْدَ وَٱلنِّعْمَةَ لَكَ وَٱلْمُلْكَ
لَا شَرِيكَ لَكَ
لَبَّيْكَ اللَّهُمَّ لَبَّيْكَ، لَبَّيْكَ لا شَرِيكَ لَكَ لَبَّيْكَ، إِنَّ الْحَمْدَ وَالنِّعْمَةَ لَكَ وَالْمُلْكَ، لا شَرِيكَ لَكَ
Labaik Allahuma Labaik, Labaik la sharika laka Labaik, Inna al-hamda wa-n-ni‘mata laka wa-l-mulk, la sharika lak.
Translation: "Here I am, O Allah, here I am. Here I am, You have no partner, here I am. Verily, all praise, grace, and dominion are Yours, You have no partner."
