noun
- In Islam, the remembrance or invocation of God, often through the repetition of sacred phrases or divine names.
- A devotional practice or ritual in which Muslims recite Quranic verses, prayers, or phrases praising God.
Usage: Islamic religious practice; Also spelled 'zikr' or 'dikr'
Usage: Islamic religious practice; Often performed in groups or individually
Examples
- Many Muslims practice dhikr daily as a form of spiritual discipline.
- The evening dhikr session at the mosque drew a large congregation.
- Dhikr involves repeating phrases such as 'Subhan'Allah' to glorify God.
- She found peace and clarity through regular dhikr practice.
- The group gathered for communal dhikr after the sunset prayer.
- Dhikr is considered a way to strengthen one's connection to the divine.