Expressing gratitude towards God; Appreciating God's blessings; Starting one’s recitation with “All praises & thanks are to Allah”

This hadith speaks of how the Prophet Muhammad, Abu Bakr, Umar and Uthman used to start their recitations with a verse from the Quran. The verse they would recite is "All praises and thanks are to Allah, the Lord of all that exists." This verse is found in Surat Al-Fatihah which is known as one of the most important chapters in the Quran. It serves as an expression of gratitude towards Allah for His blessings and mercy upon us. It also serves as a reminder that He alone has control over all things in existence. By reciting this verse at the beginning of their recitations, these four companions were expressing their appreciation for Allah's greatness and power. They were also setting an example for us to follow by showing us how we should begin our own recitations with this same expression of gratitude towards Him.