The Concept of Dhikr in Sufism and Its Practices and Benefits in Life
Wiwi Dwi Daniyarti,
Muhammad Thoriq,
Ega Bagas Pradana
et al.
Abstract:<p><em>This journal examines the concept of dhikr in Sufism, which is a branch of spirituality in the Islamic religion. Dhikr literally means remembering or chanting the name of Allah. In Sufism, dhikr has a central role as a tool to get closer to Allah, achieve spiritual awareness, and achieve the ultimate human goal of achieving a higher existence. This journal explores dhikr practices commonly carried out in Sufism, such as dhikr jahr (dhikr done aloud), dhikr khafi (dhikr done silently), and dh… Show more
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