{"id":25726,"date":"2026-01-28T11:12:17","date_gmt":"2026-01-28T09:12:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/al-dirassa.com\/en\/?p=25726"},"modified":"2026-02-01T11:17:32","modified_gmt":"2026-02-01T09:17:32","slug":"muslim-daily-routine-dhikr-adhkar-istighfar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/al-dirassa.com\/en\/muslim-daily-routine-dhikr-adhkar-istighfar\/","title":{"rendered":"The Muslim\u2019s Daily Routine: The Importance of Dhikr, Adhk\u0101r, and Istighf\u0101r in Everyday Life"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"25726\" class=\"elementor elementor-25726\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5b3f6b4 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"5b3f6b4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bf5c0da elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"bf5c0da\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">The Muslim\u2019s Daily Routine: The Importance of Dhikr, Adhk\u0101r, and Istighf\u0101r in Everyday Life<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-19afcc0 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"19afcc0\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6d50190 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"6d50190\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/al-dirassa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pexels-mohammadasbad-12772601-768x512.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium_large size-medium_large wp-image-25727\" alt=\"Daily Dhikr and Adhk\u0101r for a Serene and Balanced Spiritual Life in Islam\" srcset=\"https:\/\/al-dirassa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pexels-mohammadasbad-12772601-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/al-dirassa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pexels-mohammadasbad-12772601-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/al-dirassa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pexels-mohammadasbad-12772601-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/al-dirassa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pexels-mohammadasbad-12772601-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/al-dirassa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pexels-mohammadasbad-12772601-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/al-dirassa.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pexels-mohammadasbad-12772601-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-068ece9 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"068ece9\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-81b135f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"81b135f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\">The Muslim was not created to live detached from the remembrance of Allah, Exalted be He.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">On the contrary, dhikr, daily adhk\u0101r, and istighf\u0101r form the living heart of faith \u2014 the constant bond between the servant and his Lord.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">In a world marked by distraction, restlessness, and forgetfulness, the Muslim\u2019s routine is built upon a simple yet fundamental principle: remembering Allah constantly, in an authentic and consistent manner.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">The purpose of this article is to highlight the importance of dhikr, the morning and evening adhk\u0101r, and istighf\u0101r \u2014 their spiritual benefits, their protective role, and how to practically integrate them into daily life, in light of the Qur\u2019an and the authentic Sunnah.<\/p>\n\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\">Read also<\/h2>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/al-dirassa.com\/en\/morning-adhkar-authentic-supplications\/\"><strong>Morning adhk\u0101r<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/al-dirassa.com\/en\/evening-adhkar-authentic-supplications-protection-until-morning\/\"><strong>Evening adhk\u0101r<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/al-dirassa.com\/en\/bedtime-adhkar-authentic-supplications-night-protection\/\"><strong>Adhk\u0101r before sleeping<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\">What Is Dhikr in Islam?<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The word dhikr (\u0630\u0650\u0643\u0652\u0631) literally means <em>remembrance<\/em>. In Islam, it refers to every form of remembering Allah \u2014 whether through the tongue, the heart, or one\u2019s actions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Dhikr includes, among other things:<\/p>\n\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the recitation of the Qur\u2019an,<\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the glorification of Allah (<em>sub\u1e25\u0101nall\u0101h<\/em>),<\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">praising Him (<em>al-\u1e25amdu liLl\u0101h<\/em>),<\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">affirming His Oneness (<em>l\u0101 il\u0101ha illa Ll\u0101h<\/em>),<\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">magnifying Allah (<em>All\u0101hu akbar<\/em>),<\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">seeking forgiveness (<em>istighf\u0101r<\/em>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Allah, Exalted be He, clearly commands:<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">\u201cO you who believe! Remember Allah with abundant remembrance.\u201d<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">(Qur\u2019an, al-A\u1e25z\u0101b, 33:41)<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">This verse shows that dhikr is not meant to be occasional.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">It must be abundant, constant, and firmly anchored in the daily life of the believer.<\/p>\n\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\">The Difference Between Dhikr, Adhk\u0101r, and Istighf\u0101r<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">To understand the Muslim\u2019s spiritual routine, it is essential to distinguish between these three complementary concepts:<\/p>\n\n<h3>Dhikr<\/h3>\nDhikr is the general term that encompasses every form of remembrance of Allah, without restriction to a specific time.\n<h3>Adhk\u0101r<\/h3>\nAdhk\u0101r are specific formulas taught by the Prophet \ufdfa, associated with particular moments:\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>in the morning,<\/li>\n \t<li>in the evening,<\/li>\n \t<li>after the obligatory prayers,<\/li>\n \t<li>before sleeping,<\/li>\n \t<li>during moments of fear, distress, or joy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Istighf\u0101r<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Istighf\u0101r is the act of seeking forgiveness from Allah. It is an integral part of dhikr and represents a major key to purifying the heart and easing hardships. Together, these three elements form the foundation of the practicing Muslim\u2019s routine.<\/p>\n\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\">The Importance of Dhikr in the Qur\u2019an<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">The Qur\u2019an grants dhikr a central, repeated, and emphatic place. The remembrance of Allah is not presented as a simple spiritual recommendation, but as a foundation of faith, a source of life for the heart, and a key to success.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Qur\u2019anic commentators have extensively reflected on these verses. Among them, Shaykh \u02bfAbd ar-Ra\u1e25m\u0101n as-Sa\u02bfd\u012b (may Allah have mercy on him) particularly emphasized the practical and transformative dimension of dhikr.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Dhikr Brings Peace to the Heart<\/h3>\nAllah, Exalted be He, says:\n\n\u201cIndeed, it is through the remembrance of Allah that hearts find peace.\u201d\n\n(Qur\u2019an, ar-Ra\u02bfd, 13:28)\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In his <em>tafs\u012br<\/em>, as-Sa\u02bfd\u012b explains that this verse means nothing can grant the heart true and lasting tranquility except the remembrance of Allah.<\/span><\/p>\nHe clarifies that hearts are naturally anxious, unstable, and exposed to fears and worries, and that dhikr acts as a real \u2014 not illusory \u2014 source of calm.\n\nAccording to as-Sa\u02bfd\u012b, the remembrance of Allah:\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>reassures the heart regarding destiny,<\/li>\n \t<li>strengthens trust in divine wisdom,<\/li>\n \t<li>removes anxiety about the future.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">He stresses that material pleasures, social success, or distractions offer only temporary relief, whereas dhikr produces a deep, continuous, and renewed peace.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">This peace is not symbolic; it manifests as serenity, emotional stability, and firmness of the heart when facing trials.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Dhikr Elevates the Believer and Honors Him<\/h3>\nAllah, Exalted be He, says:\n\n\u201cSo remember Me; I will remember you.\u201d\n\n(Qur\u2019an, al-Baqarah, 2:152)\n\nAs-Sa\u02bfd\u012b explains that this verse contains an immense promise, founded upon divine reciprocity: if the servant remembers Allah, Allah remembers him in return.\n\nHe clarifies that Allah\u2019s remembrance of His servant is nobler, higher, and more beneficial than anything the servant could imagine.\n\nTo be remembered by Allah means:\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>to be mentioned among the angels,<\/li>\n \t<li>to receive His assistance,<\/li>\n \t<li>to be granted His mercy and support.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">As-Sa\u02bfd\u012b emphasizes that this verse encourages the believer to increase in dhikr, for every act of remembrance \u2014 even a discreet one \u2014 is known to Allah and rewarded with real spiritual elevation. Dhikr is therefore not merely a personal act; it is a direct means of drawing closer to Allah.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Dhikr Is a Sign of Success<\/h3>\nAllah, Exalted be He, says:\n\n\u201cAnd remember Allah abundantly so that you may be successful.\u201d\n\n(Qur\u2019an, al-Jumu\u02bfah, 62:10)\n\nIn his commentary, as-Sa\u02bfd\u012b explains that the success mentioned here is comprehensive and includes:\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>religious success,<\/li>\n \t<li>uprightness of the heart,<\/li>\n \t<li>success in actions,<\/li>\n \t<li>and success in the Hereafter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">He highlights that the verse uses the expression \u201cabundantly,\u201d showing that while occasional dhikr is beneficial, true success is tied to consistency and repetition.<\/p>\nAccording to as-Sa\u02bfd\u012b, dhikr:\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>illuminates the intellect,<\/li>\n \t<li>strengthens faith,<\/li>\n \t<li>facilitates obedience,<\/li>\n \t<li>keeps sin at a distance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Thus, the more the servant multiplies the remembrance of Allah, the more the causes of success open before him \u2014 in his deeds, his choices, and his relationship with his Lord.<\/p>\nThrough these verses, three fundamental realities emerge:\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>Dhikr brings real and lasting peace to the heart.<\/li>\n \t<li>Dhikr elevates the believer through divine remembrance in return.<\/li>\n \t<li>Dhikr is a key to success in this world and the Hereafter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">The Qur\u2019an therefore does not present dhikr as a secondary practice, but as a central pillar of the believer\u2019s life \u2014 without which the heart weakens, becomes agitated, and turns away.<\/p>\n\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\">Dhikr as a Remedy for the Diseases of the Heart<\/h2>\nScholars have explained that spiritual ailments \u2014 such as anxiety, sadness, ostentation, heedlessness, or excessive attachment to this worldly life \u2014 are diseases of the heart.\n\nThe Qur\u2019an and the Sunnah have identified dhikr as their primary remedy.\n<h3>The Heart Needs Dhikr as the Body Needs Food<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ibn Taymiyyah explains that the human heart cannot remain healthy without the remembrance of Allah. He writes that dhikr is to the heart what water is to fish.<\/span><\/p>\nHe clarifies that when the heart is deprived of dhikr:\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>it weakens,<\/li>\n \t<li>it darkens,<\/li>\n \t<li>it becomes unstable and anxious, even if outwardly the person appears content.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThus, the absence of dhikr is itself a disease, not merely a shortcoming.\n<h3>Dhikr Drives Away Anxiety and Sadness<\/h3>\nIbn Taymiyyah clearly states that the main causes of sadness and anxiety are forgetting Allah and excessive attachment to the world, while the remembrance of Allah is the most effective means of dispelling them.\n\nThis perfectly aligns with the statement of Allah, Exalted be He:\n\n\u201cIndeed, it is through the remembrance of Allah that hearts find peace.\u201d\n\n(Qur\u2019an, ar-Ra\u02bfd, 13:28)\n\nIbn Taymiyyah explains that this peace is not merely emotional, but also intellectual and spiritual, because dhikr restores meaning to trials, places destiny back into Allah\u2019s hands, and removes from the heart the burden of excessive fear.\n<h3>Dhikr Protects Against Spiritual Illnesses<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In <em>Diseases of the Hearts<\/em>, Ibn Taymiyyah explains that repeated sins, heedlessness, and unchecked desires lead to:<\/span><\/p>\n\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>hardness of the heart,<\/li>\n \t<li>spiritual blindness,<\/li>\n \t<li>gradual distancing from Allah.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nHe explains that dhikr acts as a protective barrier, preventing the heart from settling into forgetfulness, restraining negative thoughts, and weakening the influence of Shay\u1e6d\u0101n.\n\nThis is in perfect harmony with the statement of Allah, Exalted be He:\n\n\u201cAnd whoever turns away from My remembrance will indeed have a constricted life.\u201d\n\n(Qur\u2019an, \u1e6c\u0101-H\u0101, 20:124)\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ibn Taymiyyah explains that this \u201cconstricted life\u201d does not merely refer to material poverty, but above all to inner suffocation, constant dissatisfaction, and agitation of the heart.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<h3>Dhikr Is a Source of Inner Strength and Steadfastness<\/h3>\nIbn Taymiyyah also emphasizes that dhikr strengthens the believer\u2019s resolve and firmness.\n\nHe explains that the one who increases in the remembrance of Allah:\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>resists temptations more effectively,<\/li>\n \t<li>perseveres more consistently in obedience,<\/li>\n \t<li>endures trials with greater ease.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThis sheds light on the statement of Allah, Exalted be He:\n\n\u201cO you who believe! Remember Allah with abundant remembrance.\u201d\n\n(Qur\u2019an, al-A\u1e25z\u0101b, 33:41)\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to Ibn Taymiyyah, the command to remember Allah abundantly indicates that both quantity and regularity have a direct impact on the strength of the heart.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<h3>Dhikr as a Key to Healing the Heart<\/h3>\nIbn Taymiyyah concludes that the diseases of the heart are not cured solely through knowledge, nor solely through asceticism, but through the combination of sound knowledge and constant dhikr.\n\nHe affirms that dhikr serves as both prevention and cure:\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>prevention against relapse,<\/li>\n \t<li>and healing from already established ailments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nFor this reason, he considers the remembrance of Allah to be the most powerful and most accessible remedy for the believer.\n\nA clear truth emerges:\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>dhikr is the life of the heart,<\/li>\n \t<li>its absence is a major cause of illness,<\/li>\n \t<li>its consistency is a direct cause of healing, peace, and success.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThe Muslim\u2019s routine, therefore, cannot be sound or complete without granting a central place to dhikr.\n<h2>The Benefits of Dhikr According to the Sunnah<\/h2>\nThe Sunnah of the Prophet \ufdfa confirms, explains, and deepens what the Qur\u2019an teaches about dhikr. The prophetic words and practice show that the remembrance of Allah is the very life of the heart, and that abandoning it leads to real spiritual weakening.\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ibn al-Qayyim, may Allah have mercy on him, extensively explained the effects of dhikr on the soul, the heart, and faith in <em>Z\u0101d al-Ma\u02bf\u0101d<\/em>, relying on authentic hadiths.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<h3>Dhikr Is the Life of the Heart<\/h3>\nThe Prophet \ufdfa said:\n\n\u201cThe example of the one who remembers his Lord and the one who does not remember Him is like that of the living and the dead.\u201d (al-Bukh\u0101r\u012b)\n\nIbn al-Qayyim explains that this hadith establishes a real, not symbolic, comparison.\n\nAccording to him:\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>the heart that remembers Allah is alive, illuminated, and responsive,<\/li>\n \t<li>whereas the heart deprived of dhikr is like a dead heart, even if the person is physically alive.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nHe clarifies that:\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>the life of the heart manifests through faith, reverent fear, and love of Allah,<\/li>\n \t<li>while its death manifests through heedlessness, hardness, and distance from remembrance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThus, dhikr is not a simple spiritual addition; it is the very condition of inner life.\n<h3>Dhikr Is the Best Occupation of the Servant<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In <em>Z\u0101d al-Ma\u02bf\u0101d<\/em>, Ibn al-Qayyim emphasizes that the Prophet \ufdfa was the most consistent of people in dhikr, in all circumstances:<\/span><\/p>\n\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>while traveling and while at home,<\/li>\n \t<li>in times of ease as well as hardship,<\/li>\n \t<li>by day and by night.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nHe explains that this constancy shows dhikr to be the easiest and most accessible form of worship, yet one of the heaviest on the scale.\n\nIn this regard, he cites the statement of the Prophet \ufdfa:\n\n\u201cThe people of Paradise will regret nothing except the moments in which they did not remember Allah.\u201d\n\n(reported by at-\u1e6cabar\u0101n\u012b \u2013 meaning authenticated)\n\nIbn al-Qayyim comments that this regret is not due to sin, but to having missed an opportunity for elevation and closeness.\n\nEvery moment without dhikr is therefore a real loss, even if it is not counted as disobedience.\n<h3>Dhikr Protects the Heart and Directs It Toward Allah<\/h3>\nIbn al-Qayyim also explains that dhikr:\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>protects the heart from the invasion of negative thoughts,<\/li>\n \t<li>weakens the influence of Shay\u1e6d\u0101n,<\/li>\n \t<li>prevents excessive attachment to this worldly life.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nHe shows that the Prophet \ufdfa used dhikr as a constant shield, and that the more the servant multiplies remembrance, the firmer his heart becomes, his faith strengthens, and his attachment to Allah grows.\n\nDhikr thus acts as a preventive protection, even before spiritual illness takes hold.\n<h3>Dhikr Is a Source of Lasting Joy and Reward<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In <em>Z\u0101d al-Ma\u02bf\u0101d<\/em>, Ibn al-Qayyim stresses an essential point: dhikr is a form of worship whose reward begins in this world before the Hereafter.<\/span><\/p>\nHe explains that the remembrance of Allah generates inner joy, contentment of the heart, and a spiritual sweetness that nothing else can replace.\n\nThis reality explains why the Prophet \ufdfa taught his community to increase dhikr in all circumstances, as it is an immediate, lasting, and endlessly renewable good.\n<h3>Synthesis According to the Sunnah and Ibn al-Qayyim<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In light of the Sunnah and the teachings of Ibn al-Qayyim in <em>Z\u0101d al-Ma\u02bf\u0101d<\/em>, it becomes clear that:<\/span><\/p>\n\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>dhikr is the life of the heart,<\/li>\n \t<li>abandoning it leads to a form of spiritual death,<\/li>\n \t<li>every moment without dhikr is a missed opportunity,<\/li>\n \t<li>its consistency is a source of joy, protection, and elevation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThe Muslim\u2019s routine therefore cannot be sound or complete without a strong and constant attachment to dhikr, as practiced and taught by the Prophet \ufdfa.\n<h2>Morning and Evening Adhk\u0101r: A Daily Shield<\/h2>\nAmong the most important and regular forms of dhikr are the morning and evening adhk\u0101r. They hold a central place in the Sunnah of the Prophet \ufdfa and constitute one of the most powerful means of spiritual protection for the believer.\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ibn al-Qayyim explains in <em>Z\u0101d al-Ma\u02bf\u0101d<\/em> that the Prophet \ufdfa never abandoned these adhk\u0101r \u2014 whether traveling or at home, in ease or in hardship. This consistency shows that they are not merely optional supplications, but a true prophetic routine.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<h3>A Constant Practice of the Prophet \ufdfa<\/h3>\nIbn al-Qayyim highlights that the Prophet \ufdfa had specific adhk\u0101r:\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>at the beginning of the day,<\/li>\n \t<li>at the end of the day,<\/li>\n \t<li>and at the transition between day and night.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nHe explains that these moments correspond to shifts in state, during which the servant is more exposed to the whispers of Shay\u1e6d\u0101n, visible and invisible dangers, and the trials decreed by Allah.\n\nThis is precisely why the Prophet \ufdfa instituted specific adhk\u0101r for these times \u2014 so that the believer begins and ends his day under the protection of Allah.\n<h3>Morning and Evening Adhk\u0101r as Protection<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ibn Taymiyyah, in <em>Al-Kalim a\u1e6d-\u1e6cayyib<\/em>, explains that authentic adhk\u0101r are spiritual fortifications. He likens the one who recites them regularly to a person who takes refuge in a strong citadel, safe from the enemy.<\/span><\/p>\nHe affirms that the more complete and consistent the dhikr, the stronger and more lasting the protection.\n\nThis means that neglecting these adhk\u0101r exposes the heart and the person to spiritual harm, even if it is not immediately perceived.\n<h3>Protection Against Evil and Shay\u1e6d\u0101n<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In <em>Z\u0101d al-Ma\u02bf\u0101d<\/em>, Ibn al-Qayyim explains that Shay\u1e6d\u0101n lies in wait during moments of inattention, particularly at the beginning of the day and at nightfall.<\/span><\/p>\nThe morning and evening adhk\u0101r close the doors through which Shay\u1e6d\u0101n operates, prevent his insinuations from settling, and weaken his influence over the heart.\n\nThis aligns with the many hadiths in which the Prophet \ufdfa taught specific formulas of protection to be recited at these times.\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shaykh \u02bfAbd ar-Razz\u0101q al-Badr explains in <em>Jaw\u0101mi\u02bf al-Ad\u02bfiyah an-Nabawiyyah<\/em> that these adhk\u0101r combine:<\/span><\/p>\n\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>seeking protection,<\/li>\n \t<li>affirming taw\u1e25\u012bd,<\/li>\n \t<li>placing complete trust in Allah.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThis combination is what makes these adhk\u0101r particularly effective.\n<h3>Protection Against Visible and Invisible Trials<\/h3>\nIbn al-Qayyim explains that the morning and evening adhk\u0101r do not only protect against Shay\u1e6d\u0101n, but also:\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>against calamities,<\/li>\n \t<li>against sudden trials,<\/li>\n \t<li>against the harm of creation,<\/li>\n \t<li>and against what Allah has decreed as a test for the servant.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nHe explains that the believer who entrusts himself to Allah every morning and every evening places both his day and his night under divine care. This entrusting does not necessarily prevent every trial, but it reduces their impact, facilitates patience, and preserves the heart.\n<h4>A Cause of Barakah Throughout the Day and the Night<\/h4>\nShaykh \u02bfAbd ar-Razz\u0101q al-Badr emphasizes a fundamental point: the morning and evening adhk\u0101r are a direct cause of barakah.\n\nHe explains that barakah manifests itself through:\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>ease in one\u2019s affairs,<\/li>\n \t<li>clarity in decision-making,<\/li>\n \t<li>serenity in the heart,<\/li>\n \t<li>and an invisible yet real form of protection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nA believer may accomplish many actions in a day without barakah, or few actions with barakah \u2014 thanks to these adhk\u0101r.\n<h4>A Comprehensive Prophetic Proof<\/h4>\nThe meaning of many authentic hadiths shows that whoever recites the morning and evening adhk\u0101r is protected until the next appointed time.\n\nEven if the Prophet \ufdfa did not summarize this reality in a single literal statement, the convergence of authentic narrations clearly establishes this principle:\n\nThe morning and evening adhk\u0101r form a daily spiritual armor, renewed every day and every night.\n\nA clear reality emerges:\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>the morning and evening adhk\u0101r are an essential protection,<\/li>\n \t<li>their consistency is a cause of spiritual safety,<\/li>\n \t<li>abandoning them exposes the believer, even if he is unaware of it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nEvery authentic Muslim routine therefore begins and ends with these adhk\u0101r, for they are the believer\u2019s daily shield.\n<h2>Istighf\u0101r: A Key to Relief and Provision<\/h2>\nIstighf\u0101r (seeking forgiveness) occupies a central place in the Muslim\u2019s routine. It is not limited to moments of sin alone, but is a fundamental means of purifying the heart, lifting hardships, and opening the doors of provision.\n\nThe texts of the Qur\u2019an, the practice of the Prophet \ufdfa, and the explanations of the scholars show that istighf\u0101r affects both the servant\u2019s inner state and his external reality.\n<h3>Istighf\u0101r in the Qur\u2019an: A Clear Divine Promise<\/h3>\nAllah, Exalted be He, relates the words of the Prophet N\u016b\u1e25 <em>\u02bfalayhi s-sal\u0101m<\/em>:\n\n\u201cSeek forgiveness from your Lord; indeed, He is Ever-Forgiving.\n\nHe will send down upon you rain in abundance,\n\ngrant you wealth and children,\n\nand provide for you gardens and rivers.\u201d\n\n(Qur\u2019an, N\u016b\u1e25, 71:10\u201312)\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ibn al-Qayyim explains in <em>Z\u0101d al-Ma\u02bf\u0101d<\/em> that this passage establishes a direct link between istighf\u0101r and the improvement of the servant\u2019s condition.<\/span><\/p>\nHe highlights that the benefits mentioned here are not only spiritual, but also material and tangible.\n\nIstighf\u0101r is a legislated cause of provision, relief, and blessing.\n<h3>Istighf\u0101r as a Means Against Trials<\/h3>\nIbn Taymiyyah explains, in his writings on the diseases of the heart, that sins and heedlessness are among the primary causes of hardship \u2014 whether psychological, spiritual, or material.\n\nHe clarifies that istighf\u0101r:\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>erases the effects of sin on the heart,<\/li>\n \t<li>lightens the weight of trials,<\/li>\n \t<li>opens the door to divine mercy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThis aligns with the statement of Allah, Exalted be He:\n\n\u201cAllah would not punish them while you are among them, nor would Allah punish them while they seek forgiveness.\u201d\n\n(Qur\u2019an, al-Anf\u0101l, 8:33)\n\nAs long as istighf\u0101r is present, punishment is repelled and mercy remains.\n<h3>The Constant Practice of the Prophet \ufdfa<\/h3>\nThe Prophet \ufdfa \u2014 despite being protected from sin \u2014 said:\n\n\u201cI seek Allah\u2019s forgiveness and repent to Him more than seventy times a day.\u201d\n\n(al-Bukh\u0101r\u012b)\n\nIbn al-Qayyim explains that this prophetic consistency shows that istighf\u0101r is not reserved for major sinners, nor limited to moments of obvious fault, but is part of the believer\u2019s daily worship.\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>The Prophet \ufdfa Used Istighf\u0101r:<\/h3>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>to elevate his rank,<\/li>\n \t<li>to strengthen his closeness to Allah,<\/li>\n \t<li>and to teach his community the value of perseverance in repentance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Istighf\u0101r as Purification of the Heart<\/h3>\nIbn Taymiyyah states that the heart becomes stained by sins just as the body becomes soiled by dust, and that istighf\u0101r acts as regular cleansing \u2014 continuous purification and protection against hardness of the heart.\n\nWithout istighf\u0101r, the heart hardens, even if a person performs other acts of worship.\n\nThis is why istighf\u0101r is inseparable from dhikr in the Muslim\u2019s routine.\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>A Key to Provision and Ease<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shaykh \u02bfAbd ar-Razz\u0101q al-Badr explains in <em>Jaw\u0101mi\u02bf al-Ad\u02bfiyah an-Nabawiyyah<\/em> that many believers seek ease, barakah, and open doors, without realizing that one of the most powerful keys lies in regular istighf\u0101r.<\/span><\/p>\nHe reminds that istighf\u0101r:\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>attracts mercy,<\/li>\n \t<li>removes obstacles,<\/li>\n \t<li>and prepares the heart to receive Allah\u2019s blessings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2>Synthesis: A Major Key in the Muslim\u2019s Routine<\/h2>\nIt becomes clear that istighf\u0101r is:\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>a purification of the heart,<\/li>\n \t<li>a cause of relief in the face of trials,<\/li>\n \t<li>a means of provision and barakah,<\/li>\n \t<li>a key to closeness to Allah.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nNo authentic Muslim routine can therefore be complete without granting a daily and consistent place to istighf\u0101r.\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2>How to Establish the Muslim\u2019s Daily Routine<\/h2>\nEstablishing a spiritual routine does not mean multiplying actions until exhaustion. On the contrary, the Sunnah teaches consistency, even in simple deeds.\n\nAn effective routine is realistic, regular, and centered on the remembrance of Allah, Exalted be He.\n\nThe Prophet \ufdfa said:\n\n\u201cThe most beloved deeds to Allah are those done consistently, even if they are few.\u201d\n\n(al-Bukh\u0101r\u012b, Muslim)\n\nThe Muslim\u2019s routine can thus be structured around four key moments.\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>Morning: Beginning the Day Under Allah\u2019s Protection<\/h3>\nThe morning is a decisive moment. It is when intentions are set, the day begins, and the believer places himself under Allah\u2019s care.\n\nThe morning routine is mainly based on:\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>the morning adhk\u0101r, recited after the Fajr prayer,<\/li>\n \t<li>dhikr of gratitude, acknowledging the blessings received,<\/li>\n \t<li>a sincere intention, directing the entire day toward obedience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThe morning adhk\u0101r form a spiritual shield against visible and invisible harm. They allow the believer to entrust his day to Allah, Exalted be He, before engaging in daily activities.\n\nDhikr of gratitude instills a positive and thankful mindset, reminding the believer that each new day is a gift, not an entitlement.\n\nFinally, a sincere intention transforms ordinary actions \u2014 work, studies, family responsibilities \u2014 into acts of worship when they are performed for Allah.\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>During the Day: Maintaining the Connection Through Continuous Dhikr<\/h3>\nDaily life exposes the believer to forgetfulness, distraction, and spiritual fatigue. For this reason, the Sunnah encourages continuous dhikr throughout the day.\n\nThis dhikr takes the form of short and repeated phrases, frequent istighf\u0101r, and sending prayers upon the Prophet \ufdfa.\n\nContinuous dhikr requires neither isolation nor special availability. It can be practiced while walking, working, waiting, or during moments of silence.\n\nFrequent istighf\u0101r continuously cleanses the heart, erasing traces of negligence and unintentional shortcomings.\n\nAs for sending prayers upon the Prophet \ufdfa, it strengthens love for the Messenger of Allah, raises the believer in rank, and brings immense reward.\n\nThus, even amid daily occupations, the bond with Allah is never broken.\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>After the Prayers: Strengthening the Relationship With Allah<\/h3>\nThe obligatory prayers are the pillars of the Muslim\u2019s day. The moments that follow them are particularly conducive to dhikr.\n\nThe post-prayer routine is based on:\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>the adhk\u0101r after the prayer,<\/li>\n \t<li>tasb\u012b\u1e25 (glorification),<\/li>\n \t<li>ta\u1e25m\u012bd (praise),<\/li>\n \t<li>and takb\u012br (exalting Allah).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThese adhk\u0101r allow one to:\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>complete the prayer,<\/li>\n \t<li>repair possible shortcomings,<\/li>\n \t<li>prolong the presence of the heart after worship.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThey also serve as protection between two prayers, keeping the believer in a state of remembrance and spiritual awareness.\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>Evening and Before Sleeping: Ending the Day in Remembrance<\/h3>\nThe end of the day is a moment of vulnerability. Fatigue sets in, the mind relaxes, and Shay\u1e6d\u0101n intensifies his efforts.\n\nThe evening routine includes:\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>the evening adhk\u0101r,<\/li>\n \t<li>ruqyah through the recitation of protective s\u016brahs,<\/li>\n \t<li>complete reliance upon Allah, Exalted be He, before sleep.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThe evening adhk\u0101r allow the believer to entrust the night to Allah, protect himself from unseen dangers, and close the day as it began \u2014 with remembrance.\n\nBefore sleeping, the believer places his soul entirely in Allah\u2019s care, aware that sleep is a form of entrusting the soul to Him.\n\nThus, the Muslim\u2019s day begins and ends with dhikr, forming a continuous circle of protection and serenity.\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2>Common Mistakes to Avoid<\/h2>\nDespite the simplicity of this routine, certain mistakes can reduce its benefits.\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>Neglecting Consistency<\/h3>\nInitial enthusiasm may lead to intense but short-lived practice. Yet consistency is more beloved than abundant actions that are later abandoned.\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>Reciting Mechanically Without Presence of the Heart<\/h3>\nDhikr is not a mechanical recitation. Without attention and understanding, it loses much of its effect on the heart.\n<h3>Restricting Dhikr to Times of Difficulty<\/h3>\nThe remembrance of Allah should not be limited to moments of distress. It is protection before trials, not only a refuge afterward.\n<h3>Believing That Occasional Dhikr Is Sufficient<\/h3>\nOccasional dhikr is beneficial, but true transformation of the heart requires repetition and regularity.\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\nThe Muslim\u2019s routine is neither heavy nor inaccessible. It is built upon specific moments, simple actions, and a sincere intention.\n\nThe one who structures his day around dhikr, adhk\u0101r, and istighf\u0101r lives under Allah\u2019s protection, Exalted be He, and moves through life with serenity, clarity, and confidence.\n<h2>FAQ \u2013 Common Questions About Dhikr, Adhk\u0101r, and Istighf\u0101r<\/h2>\n<h3>1) What is the difference between dhikr and adhk\u0101r?<\/h3>\nDhikr refers to the general remembrance of Allah (Qur\u2019an, tasb\u012b\u1e25, praise, istighf\u0101r, etc.).\n\nAdhk\u0101r are specific formulas taught by the Prophet \ufdfa, often tied to particular moments (morning, evening, after prayer, before sleeping).\n<h3>2) When should the morning adhk\u0101r be recited?<\/h3>\nThe ideal time is after the Fajr prayer until sunrise.\n\nThey remain permissible until the \u1e92uhr prayer if one was delayed or missed them.\n<h3>3) When do the evening adhk\u0101r begin?<\/h3>\nThey may begin after the \u2018A\u1e63r prayer, with the ideal time being after Maghrib.\n\nThe goal is to end the day under Allah\u2019s protection.\n<h3>4) Is it serious if I forget the morning or evening adhk\u0101r?<\/h3>\nIt is not a sin in itself, but you miss out on a great benefit and protection.\n\nThe most important thing is to resume the routine as soon as possible and seek consistency.\n<h3>5) Can dhikr be done without concentration?<\/h3>\nDhikr remains a good deed, but its effect on the heart is stronger with presence, understanding, and sincerity.\n\nThe goal is progress: begin simply, then improve the quality.\n<h3>6) How many times should istighf\u0101r be done each day?<\/h3>\nThere is no obligatory number, but the Prophet \ufdfa sought forgiveness very frequently (more than seventy times a day according to an authentic hadith).\n\nThe best approach is consistency, even if the amount is small.\n<h3>7) What is the best dhikr for daily protection?<\/h3>\nAmong the most well-known are the morning and evening adhk\u0101r, \u0100yat al-Kurs\u012b, and the protective s\u016brahs (al-Ikhl\u0101\u1e63, al-Falaq, an-N\u0101s) according to the Sunnah.\n\nThe most \u201cpowerful\u201d dhikr is the one practiced consistently.\n<h3>8) Does dhikr replace practical means (work, treatment, effort)?<\/h3>\nNo. The Muslim combines lawful means with tawakkul.\n\nDhikr strengthens the heart but does not cancel personal responsibility.\n<h3>9) What is the best simple routine for beginners?<\/h3>\nA realistic routine:\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>morning adhk\u0101r after Fajr,<\/li>\n \t<li>adhk\u0101r after each prayer (tasb\u012b\u1e25, ta\u1e25m\u012bd, takb\u012br),<\/li>\n \t<li>evening adhk\u0101r,<\/li>\n \t<li>supplications before sleeping. Even if you start small, consistency is what matters most.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>10) What does \u201ckeeping the tongue moist with dhikr\u201d mean?<\/h3>\nIt refers to frequently occupying the tongue with the remembrance of Allah without a fixed time \u2014 tasb\u012b\u1e25, istighf\u0101r, praise, sending prayers upon the Prophet \ufdfa, and so on.\n\nIt is not a single formula, but a state of consistency.\n<h2>Conclusion: Dhikr, the Living Heart of Faith<\/h2>\nThe Muslim\u2019s routine is not based on accumulating actions, but on consistency in remembering Allah, Exalted be He. It is not quantity that transforms the heart, but regularity, sincerity, and presence of the heart.\n\nDhikr, adhk\u0101r, and istighf\u0101r are not secondary practices. They are the living heart of faith, the source of inner tranquility, and the permanent bond between the servant and his Lord.\n\nThey represent:\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n \t<li>daily protection against evil and heedlessness,<\/li>\n \t<li>a source of peace and stability for the heart,<\/li>\n \t<li>a direct path to closeness to Allah.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThe Prophet \ufdfa summarized this reality in a concise and comprehensive statement:\n\n\u201cSupplication is worship.\u201d\n\n(at-Tirmidh\u012b)\n\nBeginning today \u2014 even with little, but with consistency \u2014 is enough to transform a life.\n\nFor the one who clings to the remembrance of Allah sees his heart illuminated, his trials lightened, and his faith strengthened, day after day.\n<h3>\ud83d\udce5 To Go Further<\/h3>\n\ud83c\udf93 <a href=\"https:\/\/al-dirassa.com\/en\/free-trial\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Enjoy a free trial to learn the Qur\u2019an and Arabic with Al-Dirassa<\/a>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-5aecfa0 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"5aecfa0\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-ada2723\" data-id=\"ada2723\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-63faaa5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"63faaa5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 29px; color: #000080;\">Book your free trial lesson<\/span><\/strong><\/h4><div><strong><span style=\"font-size: 29px; color: #000080;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/div><div style=\"text-align: center;\"><p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Don&#8217;t want to go through the translation anymore?<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">30 free minutes with your qualified Egyptian teacher.<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/div><div><strong style=\"color: #ffffff; font-family: Gotham, sans-serif; text-align: center; background-color: var( --e-global-color-secondary ); font-size: 1rem;\"><span style=\"background-color: transparent; font-family: poppins; font-size: 18pt; white-space: pre-wrap; text-align: left;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-64170d3 elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"64170d3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-lg\" href=\"https:\/\/al-dirassa.com\/en\/free-trial\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">I BOOK MY FREE TRIAL<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-559ad46 elementor-star-rating--align-center elementor--star-style-star_fontawesome elementor-widget elementor-widget-star-rating\" data-id=\"559ad46\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"star-rating.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-star-rating__wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-star-rating__title\">Rated by our students: 4.7 \/ 5<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-star-rating\" itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Rating\" itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"reviewRating\">\n\t\t\t\t<i class=\"elementor-star-full\" aria-hidden=\"true\">&#xE934;<\/i><i class=\"elementor-star-full\" aria-hidden=\"true\">&#xE934;<\/i><i class=\"elementor-star-full\" aria-hidden=\"true\">&#xE934;<\/i><i class=\"elementor-star-full\" aria-hidden=\"true\">&#xE934;<\/i><i class=\"elementor-star-7\" aria-hidden=\"true\">&#xE934;<\/i>\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"ratingValue\" class=\"elementor-screen-only\">Rated 4.7 out of 5<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Muslim\u2019s Daily Routine: The Importance of Dhikr, Adhk\u0101r, and Istighf\u0101r in Everyday Life The Muslim was not created to live detached from the remembrance of Allah, Exalted be He. 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