23. Dhikr for Forgiveness (Subhanallah Wa Bihamdihi Dua)
The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "There are two expressions which are very easy for the tongue to say, but they are very heavy in the balance and are very dear to The Beneficent (Allah). And those are -
Subhanallah Wa Bihamdihi Dua in Arabic
سُبْحَانَ اللَّهِ وَبِحَمْدِهِ، سُبْحَانَ اللَّهِ الْعَظِيمِ
Subhanallah Wa Bihamdihi Dua English Transliteration
SubhaanAllahi wa bihamdihi, Subhaanal-laahil-'Adheem
Subhanallah Wa Bihamdihi Dua English Translation
Glory be to Allah and all praise is due to him, glory be to Allah the great.
Hadith about the Dua
Arabic Text
حَدَّثَنَا زُهَيْرُ بْنُ حَرْبٍ، حَدَّثَنَا ابْنُ فُضَيْلٍ، عَنْ عُمَارَةَ، عَنْ أَبِي زُرْعَةَ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ " كَلِمَتَانِ خَفِيفَتَانِ عَلَى اللِّسَانِ، ثَقِيلَتَانِ فِي الْمِيزَانِ، حَبِيبَتَانِ إِلَى الرَّحْمَنِ، سُبْحَانَ اللَّهِ الْعَظِيمِ، سُبْحَانَ اللَّهِ وَبِحَمْدِهِ " .
Narrated Abu Huraira: The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "There are two expressions which are very easy for the tongue to say, but they are very heavy in the balance and are very dear to The Beneficent (Allah), and they are, 'Subhan Allah Al- `Azim and 'Subhan Allah wa bihamdihi.'" [Bukhari: 6406]
Benefits of Dhikr and Dua Subhanallahi wa bihamdihi
Saying Dhikr and Dua Subhanallahi wa bihamdihi brings so much peace and reward to the heart. These words are light on the tongue but heavy on the scales of good deeds.
- Wipes away sins, even as much as the foam on the sea
- Brings barakah and blessings in daily life
- Brings closeness to Allahthrough zikr allah
- Counts as the best dhikr for dua acceptance
- Makes the heart soft and free from bad feelings
- Brings reward as mentioned in Hadith on forgiveness
- Helps in daily dhikr after prayer
When to Recite Dhikr and Dua Subhanallahi wa bihamdihi
Saying Dhikr and Dua Subhanallahi wa bihamdihi can be done at many special times throughout the day. Each moment brings its own reward and comfort.
- Right after Salah for after salah dhikr and daily dhikr
- Early morning when starting the day with zikr allah
- Evening as part of daily dhikr to seek forgiveness
- Any time when feeling sad or needing Dua for forgiveness
- During quiet moments for Tasbih and Istighfar
- Before sleep to clean the heart with best dua
- When making special dua for forgiveness of all sins
How to Perform Dhikr and Dua Subhanallahi wa bihamdihi
Doing Dhikr and Dua Subhanallahi wa bihamdihi is simple, but the rewards are big. Focus your heart and let the words bring peace.
- Begin with a clean heart and true intention for zikr allah
- Quietly say Subhanallahi wa bihamdihi Subhanallahil azeem
- Repeat the dhikr up to 100 times for best dhikr as in the hadith
- Try to include this daily dhikr after prayer or any time
- Feel the meaning of SubhanAllahand seek Dua for forgiveness
Summary
Dhikr and Dua Subhanallahi wa bihamdihi, found in Bukhari: 6406, brings forgiveness and blessings to those who say it from their heart. It is one of the best dhikr for dua acceptance and is easy to use every day.
Daily dhikr like this helps Muslims remember Allah, ask for forgiveness of all sins, and feel close to Him. Including this powerful dua in your daily routine can make your heart light and your deeds strong.