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Definition of "zikr" []

  • An Islamic prayer whereby a phrase or expression of praise is repeated continually (noun)

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Use "zikr" in a sentence
  • "Sufis often perform their rituals, known as zikr or "remembrance of God," on Thursday nights, in preparation for the Friday collective prayer, and the sacred complex was packed."
  • "His videos and sermons preach love, the remembrance of God (or "zikr") and reconciliation."
  • "To supplement my prayers, I have integrated various zikr, or remembrance and mentioning of God, into my days."