6 Kalimas in Islam

The Six Kalimas of Islam are among the first lessons taught to every Muslim child, and they remain a lifelong source of guidance for adults as well. These six short yet powerful declarations summarize the very foundation of Islamic belief — the Oneness of Allah (Tawheed), the Prophethood of Muhammad ﷺ, the glorification of Allah, sincere repentance, and the rejection of disbelief and sin.

While the Six Kalimas are not found together in a single verse of the Quran or in one Hadith, each Kalima is rooted in authentic Islamic teachings drawn from the Quran and Sunnah. For centuries, scholars and parents alike have taught these Kalimas to children and new Muslims as an easy way to understand the core pillars of faith (Iman).

At The Quranic Academy, we teach the 6 Kalimas — along with correct Arabic pronunciation and Tajweed — as part of our Islamic Studies for Kids and Noorani Qaida Course. Below, you will find all six Kalimas with accurate Arabic text, easy-to-read English transliteration, English translation, and a detailed explanation of what each one means and why it matters.