110. Best Dhikr and Dua (SubhanAllah wa Bihamdihi)
Dhikr and Dua in Arabic
سُبْحَانَ اللَّهِ وَبِحَمْدِهِ وَسُبْحَانَ اللَّهِ الْعَظِيْمِ
Dhikr and Dua English Transliteration
Subhanallahi wa bi'hamdihi wa sub'hanallahil 'adhim
Dhikr and Dua English Translation
Glory be to Allah and His is the praise, (and) Allah, the Greatest is free from imperfection
The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "(There are) two words which are dear to the Beneficent (Allah) and very light (easy) for the tongue (to say), but very heavy in weight in the balance. They are: ''Subhan Allah wa-bi hamdihi'' and ''Subhan Allah Al-`Azim."
Hadith about the Dua
Arabic Text
حَدَّثَنَا قُتَيْبَةُ بْنُ سَعِيدٍ، حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ فُضَيْلٍ، حَدَّثَنَا عُمَارَةُ بْنُ الْقَعْقَاعِ، عَنْ أَبِي زُرْعَةَ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم " كَلِمَتَانِ خَفِيفَتَانِ عَلَى اللِّسَانِ، ثَقِيلَتَانِ فِي الْمِيزَانِ، حَبِيبَتَانِ إِلَى الرَّحْمَنِ سُبْحَانَ اللَّهِ وَبِحَمْدِهِ، سُبْحَانَ اللَّهِ الْعَظِيمِ " .
Narrated Abu Huraira: Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said, "(The following are) two words (sentences or utterances) that are very easy for the tongue to say, and very heavy in the balance (of reward), and most beloved to the Gracious Almighty (And they are): Subhan Allahi wa bi-hamdihi; Subhan Allahi-l-'Adhim," [Bukhari: 6682]
Benefits of SubhanAllahwa Bihamdihi
SubhanAllahwa Bihamdihi brings light to the heart and erases sins. It is an easy best dhikr with big rewards.
- Forgives past sins, no matter how many, when said 100 times daily
- Fills the heart with peace and brings calmness in life
- Brings a person closer to Allahand increases blessings
- Easy to say, so anyone can do this dhikr anytime, anywhere
- Helps remove bad habits and brings good fortune
- Raises a Muslim’s status and good deeds in the hereafter
- Reminds us of the meaning of subhan Allahand Allah’s greatness
When to Recite SubhanAllahwa Bihamdihi
SubhanAllahwa Bihamdihi fits into daily life and can be recited at many times to remember Allah.
- After every salah, SubhanAllahwa Bihamdihi is a good dhikr to say for added blessings
- Recite in the morning to start the day with a clean heart and mind
- Say it in the evening for peace before sleep and forgiveness
- During times of stress, this best dhikr calms the mind and brings relief
- When feeling thankful, reciting SubhanAllahwa Bihamdihi shows gratitude to Allah
- While waiting, traveling, or walking, repeat this Dhikr and Dua for extra rewards
How to Perform SubhanAllahwa Bihamdihi
SubhanAllahwa Bihamdihi can be performed anytime and in any place by Muslims, making it part of daily zikr.
- Sit quietly and focus your heart on Allahwhile saying SubhanAllahwa Bihamdihi with meaning
- Recite Subhanallahi wa bihamdihi wa sub'hanallahil 'adhim 100 times daily for forgiveness
- Use fingers or a tasbeeh to keep count during your best dhikr session
- Reflect on subhanAllahwa bihamdihi meaning while reciting to feel its value
- Include SubhanAllahwa Bihamdihi in daily routine after salah or before sleep
Summary
The dua SubhanAllahwa Bihamdihi is a simple and powerful way to praise Allahand remember His greatness. Muslims say it for forgiveness, inner peace, and to feel closer to Allah. This Dhikr and Dua is easy to recite and carries big rewards for anyone who makes it a habit.
Making SubhanAllahwa Bihamdihi part of daily life brings blessings, increases good deeds, and helps keep the heart clean. Saying these words reminds us of Allah’s perfection and our need for His mercy. It is one of the best dhikr for every Muslim.