بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم
The Ultimate Form of Dhikr — The Quran
While all forms of dhikr are virtuous—such as saying SubhanAllah, Alhamdulillah, Allahu Akbar, and La ilaha illallah—the Quran holds a unique and elevated position as the ultimate remembrance of Allah. Its recitation and reflection fulfill the heart’s need for spiritual nourishment and bring believers closer to their Creator.
Allah describes the Quran as a reminder (dhikr):
“Indeed, We have sent down the Reminder [the Quran], and indeed We will be its guardian.” (Surah Al-Hijr, 15:9)
Command to Recite the Quran in Prayer: “Recite, [O Muhammad], what has been revealed to you of the Book and establish prayer…”
(Surah Al-Ankabut, 29:45)
Reciting the Quran in prayer, particularly in the standing position (qiyam), is one of the highest forms of dhikr.
The Quran as a form of remembrance: The Prophet (ﷺ) said: “The best of you are those who learn the Quran and teach it.” (Sahih al-Bukhari)
This hadith highlights the elevated status of engaging with the Qur’an, whether by reciting, memorizing, or teaching it.
Reward for Reciting Each Letter of the Quran: The Prophet (ﷺ) said:
“Whoever recites a letter from the Book of Allah will receive a good deed as a reward, and each good deed will be multiplied tenfold. I do not say that ‘Alif Lam Meem’ is one letter, but ‘Alif’ is a letter, ‘Lam’ is a letter, and ‘Meem’ is a letter.” (Sunan al-Tirmidhi, Hadith 2910)
This emphasizes the immense reward attached to the dhikr of Qur’anic recitation.
Start your day with reading, reciting, and reflecting upon the Quran. May Allah grant you success. Aameen.
