24. Powerful Dhikr Beloved to Allah (Masnun Dua)
The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said "The dearest phrases to Allah are four. There is no harm for you in which of them begin with (while remembering Allah). And they are -
Dhikr Beloved to Allah in Arabic
سُبْحَانَ اللَّهِ، وَالْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ، وَلَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا اللَّهُ، وَاللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ
Dhikr Beloved to Allah English Transliteration
SubhaanAllahi, walhamdu lillaahi, wa Laa 'ilaaha 'illAllahu, wa Allahu 'Akbar
Dhikr Beloved to Allah English Translation
How perfect Allah is, and all praise is for Allah. None has the right to be worshipped except Allah, and Allah is the greatest. [1]
Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said, "The uttering of (these words) is dearer to me than anything over which the sun rises. [2]
Hadith about the Dua
Arabic Text
حَدَّثَنَا أَحْمَدُ بْنُ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ يُونُسَ، حَدَّثَنَا زُهَيْرٌ، حَدَّثَنَا مَنْصُورٌ، عَنِ هِلاَلِ بْنِ يَسَافٍ، عَنْ رَبِيعِ بْنِ عُمَيْلَةَ، عَنْ سَمُرَةَ بْنِ جُنْدَبٍ، قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم "أَحَبُّ الْكَلاَمِ إِلَى اللَّهِ أَرْبَعٌ سُبْحَانَ اللَّهِ وَالْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ وَلاَ إِلَهَ إِلاَّ اللَّهُ وَاللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ. لاَ يَضُرُّكَ بَأَيِّهِنَّ بَدَأْتَ. وَلاَ تُسَمِّيَنَّ غُلاَمَكَ يَسَارًا وَلاَ رَبَاحًا وَلاَ نَجِيحًا وَلاَ أَفْلَحَ فَإِنَّكَ تَقُولُ أَثَمَّ هُوَ فَلاَ يَكُونُ فَيَقُولُ لاَ." إِنَّمَا هُنَّ أَرْبَعٌ فَلاَ تَزِيدُنَّ عَلَىَّ .
Samura b. Jundub reported: The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said "The dearest phrases to Allah are four: Subhan Allah (Hallowed be Allah), Al-Hamdulillah (Praise be to Allah), La ilaha illa-Allah (There is no deity but Allah), Allahu Akbar (Allah is Greater). There is no harm for you in which of them begin with (while remembering Allah). And do not give these names to your servants: Yasar and Rabah and Najih and Aflah. [[1] Muslim: 2137 [2] Muslim: 2695]
Benefits of Powerful Zikr
This powerful zikr brings comfort and rewards
- Reminds hearts of Allahand brings peace in daily life
- Powerful zikr erases sins as mentioned in authentic hadith
- Reciting subhanAllahwalhamdulillah wala ilaha illAllahwallahu akbar brings blessings
- Increases good deeds and adds beauty to paradise
- Powerful zikr is loved by Allahand easy to remember
- Helps keep the mind and soul calm in tough times
- Connects believers with islamic dua and daily remembrance
When to Recite Zikr
This powerful zikr fits many moments in daily life
- Recite powerful zikr after finishing every salah to gain reward and peace
- Say powerful zikr in the morning for a calm start to the day
- Recite subhanAllahwalhamdulillah wala ilaha illAllahwallahu akbar at night before sleep
- Use powerful zikr while walking, sitting, or doing work for constant remembrance
- Recite this islamic dua when you feel worried or need comfort
How to Perform Zikr
Simple ways to perform this zikr every day
- Start by sitting in a quiet place and focus on your intention for this powerful zikr
- Say subhanAllahwalhamdulillah wala ilaha illAllahwallahu akbar from your heart
- Repeat each word with meaning, remembering Allah's greatness and mercy
- Recite this islamic dua as many times as you like, especially after salah
- Try to make zikr a daily habit with sincerity and humility
Summary
The powerful zikr beloved to Allah, which includes subhanallah, alhamdulillah, la ilaha illallah, and allahu akbar, is a masnun dua found in authentic sources. This islamic dua is easy to say and brings peace, rewards, and blessings to every believer.
Bringing powerful zikr into your life helps you remember Allahin every moment. Simple words like subhanAllahwalhamdulillah wala ilaha illAllahwallahu akbar can fill your heart with calm and your book of deeds with goodness.