Dhikr
"Dhikr is the act of remembering Allah and glorifying His names; it nourishes the soul."
Spiritual & Deep Meaning
The word dhikr means 'remembrance' or 'recall'. In Islam, dhikr is to remember Allah and to express His names and attributes in a meaningful way. Dhikr is a type of worship that helps the heart find peace. The Qur'an states, 'Indeed, in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest.' The people of Sufism view the act of dhikr as a means of spiritual development and drawing closer to Allah. Dhikr is considered an act that liberates the individual from narrow confines, both in a metaphorical and literal sense.
Example / Wisdom Quote
"In the Qur'an, it is stated, 'Remembering your Lord brings the greatest peace to people.' (Ra'd, 13/28)"
Spiritual Dictionary
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Nafs al-Ammara is the level of the self that represents the lowest and worst desires of a person.
Qur'anNafs al-Lawwama
Nafs al-Lawwama is the state of the self in which an individual criticizes themselves and questions their mistakes.
Qur'anNafs al-Mutma'inna
Nafs al-Mutma'inna is the highest state of the self in which a person finds peace with Allah and themselves.