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Digital dhikr: an online tasbih counter
Digital dhikr online: pray and reflect with Muslim Alim
The digital dhikr counter brings the practice of remembrance into modern Muslim life. Our online counter makes it easy to recite the formulas of remembrance: SubhanAllah, Allahu Akbar and La ilaha illa Allah. No more counting on your fingers or looking for your tasbih.
This traditional form of Islamic reflection now finds its place on our screens. The counter records each recitation automatically and keeps the total of your dhikr. You can therefore give your full attention to the meaning of the words without losing your count.
The beauty of dhikr lies in its simplicity. These short repeated phrases create a direct bond with Allah and settle the soul. SubhanAllah glorifies the divine perfection. Allahu Akbar proclaims the greatness of Allah. La ilaha illa Allah affirms the absolute oneness of the Creator.
The digital tool fits your way of life. Whether you are travelling, taking a break at work, or comfortably at home, a few minutes are enough to purify the heart. Islamic spiritual life becomes available anywhere and at any time.
After your daily prayer times , dhikr naturally extends that spiritual connection. Some of the faithful also pair it with reciting the 99 names of Allah to enrich their practice.
The counter keeps a record of your earlier sessions. That feature encourages a regular practice and lets you see your spiritual progress. Technology thus becomes a valuable ally in strengthening faith day by day.
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What is dhikr in Islam?
Dhikr is the remembrance of Allah through short repeated formulas: SubhanAllah (Glory be to Allah), Alhamdulillah (Praise be to Allah), Allahu Akbar (Allah is the Greatest), La ilaha illa Allah (there is no deity but Allah) and Astaghfirullah (I seek Allah's forgiveness). The Quran calls on the believer to remember Allah abundantly, and dhikr settles the heart.
What dhikr should I say after the prayer?
According to a hadith reported by Muslim, whoever says after each obligatory prayer SubhanAllah 33 times, Alhamdulillah 33 times and Allahu Akbar 33 times, then completes the hundred with La ilaha illa Allah wahdahu la sharika lah, lahul-mulku wa lahul-hamdu wa huwa ala kulli shay'in qadir, has his faults forgiven. The counter helps you keep that count after your daily prayers.
Is it permitted to use an electronic counter for dhikr?
Most scholars hold that using a counter or prayer beads (tasbih) is permitted, since it is simply a way of not losing count. Many scholars do note, however, that counting on the fingers is the practice of the Prophet ﷺ and remains preferable where possible. What matters is the presence of the heart and understanding the sense of the words spoken.
What do SubhanAllah, Alhamdulillah and Allahu Akbar mean?
SubhanAllah glorifies Allah and declares His perfection, free of any flaw. Alhamdulillah praises and thanks Him for His blessings. Allahu Akbar affirms that Allah is greater than all things. These three formulas, with La ilaha illa Allah, are among the words most beloved to Allah according to the hadiths. The counter shows the Arabic text and the translation of each formula.
How do I use the site's dhikr counter?
Select the formula you want in the tabs (SubhanAllah, Allahu Akbar, La ilaha illa Allah, Alhamdulillah, Astaghfirullah), then tap Count at each recitation. The total appears in large type, and the Reset button returns the counter to zero. The tool works on phone, tablet and computer, while travelling or at home. To enrich your practice, discover also the essential duas.