Subhanallahi Wa Bihamdihi Subhanallahil Azeem Meaning & Arabic

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Subhanallahi Wa Bihamdihi

“Subhanallahi wa bihamdihi” and “Subhanallahil azeem” are two powerful phrases that hold significant weight and are deeply beloved to Allah.

These phrases are a testament to Allah’s glory and grandeur, and their recitation is a means of seeking His pleasure and blessings.

Here is the meaning of this phrase in English, Arabic text and Hadith reference.

Subhanallahi Wa Bihamdihi Subhanallahil Azeem Meaning in English

Subhanallah Wa Bihamdihi Subhanallahil Azeem means Glory be to Allah and all praise is due to him, glory be to Allah the great.

Subhanallaahil-Azim means the Possessor of Greatness and Majesty. There is nothing greater than Allah in authority, or power, or wisdom or knowledge.

He is great in His essence and He is great in His attributes. “Subhanallaah wa bihamdihi Subhanallaah il-Azim”

Subhanallahi Wa Bihamdihi Subhanallahil Azeem in Arabic Text

Here is Arabic text of this beautiful zikr:

سُبْحَانَ اللَّهِ وَبِحَمْدِهِ، سُبْحَانَ اللَّهِ العَظِيم

It is important for one to repeat these statements frequently and persist in doing so because they are heavy on the scale, dear to the Merciful and light for the tongue to remember.

Subhanallah Wa Bihamdihi Subhanallahil Azeem Hadith

Abu Hurairah (رضي الله عنه) reported: The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said, “There are two statements that are light for the tongue to remember, heavy in the Scales and are dear to the Merciful:

‘سُبْحَانَ اللهِ وَبِحَمْدِهِ سُبْحَانَ اللهِ الْعَظِيمِ – Subhan-Allahi wa bihamdihi, Subhan-Allahil-Adheem [Allah is free from imperfection and all praise is due to Him, Allah is free from imperfection the Almighty]’.”

[al-Bukhari (6406, 6682 and 7563) and Muslim (2694)]

Hadith

Jabir (رضي الله عنه) reported: The Prophet (ﷺ) said, “For him who says: `سُبْحَانَ اللهِ الْعَظِيمِ وَبِحَمْدِهِ’- Subhan’Allahil adhim wa bihamdih (Allah is free from imperfection the Magnificent and all praise is due to Him),’ a palm-tree will be planted in Jannah.”

[A hasan (good) hadith reported by at-Tirmidhi (3464, 3465), Ibn Hibban (2335). Al-Mundhiri mentioned in At-Targheeb wat-Tarheeb (2/347) saying: ‘Reported by Al-Bazzar with a jayyid (good) chain of narration. It was classed as hasan by al-Hafiz Ibn Hajar in Nataij al-Afkar (1/104). See Sahih at-Tirmidhi of al-Albani (3711,3712) & al-Silsilah al-Saheehah (hadeeth no. 64)]
Subhanallahi Wa Bihamdih

Benefits

Zikr, which includes sublime phrases like “Subhanallah Wa Bihamdihi” and “Subhanallahil Azeem”, is a vital aspect of our beautiful religion, and one of the most important acts of worship.

Renowned scholar Ibn Qayyim (RA) has authored an authentic book, “Al-Waabilus Sayyib”, highlighting over 100 virtues of Zikr. Zikr offers numerous benefits:

  • Repels Shaitan and weakens his influence
  • Pleases Almighty Allah
  • Relieves anxieties and worries
  • Fills the heart with joy and happiness
  • Strengthens body and mind
  • Brightens the face and heart
  • Attracts sustenance
  • Fosters love for Allah, the spirit of Islam and key to success in the Hereafter

Profuse Zikr is the gateway to Allah’s love, leading to:

  • Realization of Allah’s presence
  • Regard for Allah as sole Cherisher, Guardian, and Master
  • Nearness to Allah, with more abundant Zikr leading to greater proximity
  • Recognition of Allah’s greatness and grandeur
  • Strengthened consciousness of His omni-presence

In essence, Zikr is the key to unlocking a deeper connection with Allah, and a life filled with peace, joy, and success.

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