Dhikr facts for kids

The Arabic word Dhikr means remembrance. Another word is Dhikrullah (remembrance of God). It is a special way for Muslims to remember God and feel closer to Him.

Dhikr is a type of worship in Islam. It means keeping God in your thoughts and heart. While all Muslims practice Dhikr, it is often done in groups by people called Sufis. Sufis are Muslims who focus on the spiritual side of Islam. Each Sufi group might have its own special way of doing Dhikr.

Why Dhikr is Important

Dhikr is very important for all Muslims. It helps them to connect with God throughout their day. Islamic teachings say that doing Dhikr has many good effects.

Benefits of Dhikr

• Cleanses the heart: Dhikr is like polishing your heart. It helps to remove worries and bad thoughts, making your heart feel pure and peaceful.
• Closeness to God: By remembering God often, you can feel closer to Him. It helps you to feel His presence and guidance in your life.
• Gaining rewards: Muslims believe that doing Dhikr earns them good deeds and rewards from God. Some teachings even say you can gain special blessings, like trees in Paradise, for remembering God.

Dhikr can be done in many ways. It can be saying certain phrases like "Subhanallah" (Glory be to God) or "Alhamdulillah" (Praise be to God). It can also be simply thinking about God and His greatness. The main idea is to keep God in your mind and heart as much as possible.

Images for kids

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  Allah as having been written on the disciple's heart

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  A group of Iranian Maddahs/Dhakirs, in a gathering

See also

In Spanish: Dhikr para niños