Surah Al-Baqarah — Ayah 127 (2:127)

English translation (Saheeh International)

And [mention] when Abraham was raising the foundations of the House and [with him] Ishmael, [saying], "Our Lord, accept [this] from us. Indeed, You are the Hearing,¹ the Knowing.²

1. Who hears every sound, distinguishes every voice, understands every word, and accepts and responds to supplications.
2. Refer to footnote in 2:32.

Brief commentary

Remember, O Prophet, when Abraham and Ishmael were raising the foundations of the Kaaba. As they did so, they asked with humility for Allah to accept all they did, including building the Kaaba. Allah hears what we say and knows our intentions and everything that we do.