SubhanAllah wa Bihamdihi Adada Khalqihi (3x)
Four phrases outweighing a whole morning of worship
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Arabic
سُبْحَانَ اللَّهِ وَبِحَمْدِهِ عَدَدَ خَلْقِهِ وَرِضَا نَفْسِهِ وَزِنَةَ عَرْشِهِ وَمِدَادَ كَلِمَاتِهِ
Transliteration
SubhanAllahi wa bihamdihi, adada khalqihi, wa rida nafsihi, wa zinata arshihi, wa midada kalimatih.
Meaning
Glory be to Allah and praise Him — by the number of His creation, the pleasure of His Self, the weight of His Throne, and the ink of His words.
Reference
Sahih Muslim
When to recite
Morning • 3 times
Virtue
The Prophet told Juwairiyah these four phrases, said three times, outweigh everything she had recited all morning.
Sources & review
Sahih Muslim
Prophetic dua • Narrated by Juwairiyah bint al-Harith • Grade: Sahih • Learn personal details from a qualified teacher; minor school differences exist.
Educational content — not a fatwa. See methodology and disclaimer.
Reviewed • 2026-01-01Our methodology
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When should I recite SubhanAllah wa Bihamdihi Adada Khalqihi (3x)?
Morning. Repeat: 3 times.
What is the virtue of SubhanAllah wa Bihamdihi Adada Khalqihi (3x)?
The Prophet told Juwairiyah these four phrases, said three times, outweigh everything she had recited all morning.
Where is SubhanAllah wa Bihamdihi Adada Khalqihi (3x) from?
Source: Sahih Muslim (narrated by Juwairiyah bint al-Harith). Grade: Sahih. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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