Dhikr (Remembrance of Allah)
Remembrance and glorification of Allah through repetition of sacred phrases.
Dhikr (Arabic: ذكر) means "remembrance" or "mention" and refers to the act of remembering and glorifying Allah through repetition of sacred phrases and prayers. Dhikr can be performed at any time, but is especially recommended after the obligatory prayers.
The most common dhikr phrases after prayer are: "SubhanAllah" (Glory be to Allah) 33 times, "Alhamdulillah" (All praise to Allah) 33 times, and "Allahu Akbar" (Allah is the Greatest) 34 times — a total of 100 repetitions.
The Quran says: "O you who believe! Remember Allah with much remembrance, and glorify Him morning and evening" (Surah Al-Ahzab 33:41-42). Dhikr brings peace and tranquility to the heart and strengthens the believer's connection to Allah in daily life.
Related terms
Umrah (Lesser Pilgrimage)
The lesser pilgrimage to Mecca, which can be performed at any time of the year.
Surah Al-Fatiha (The Opening Chapter)
The opening chapter of the Quran, recited in every single rak'ah.
Ziyarah (Visitation Prayer)
Visitation and greeting to the Prophet, the Imams, and holy persons at their graves.
Qalb Salim (The Pure Heart)
The pure, sincere heart — the ultimate goal of prayer and worship.
Tilawah (Quran Recitation)
Recitation of the Quran, which is a central part of prayer and daily worship.
Salat al-Eid (Festival Prayer)
The special prayer performed on the two Islamic festival days.