Zikir After Maghrib Prayer
Key Takeaways:
- Promotes Trust in Allah: Reciting Ayat Seribu Dinar after Maghrib reinforces the believer’s trust in Allah’s guidance and provision, ensuring reliance on Him during times of need.
- Attracts Sustenance and Protection: Known for drawing unexpected sustenance, this zikir is a spiritual tool for invoking Allah’s provision and safeguarding against harm.
- Encourages Patience and Faith in Divine Timing: The verse reminds believers that Allah has set a divine measure for all things, encouraging patience and faith in Allah’s perfect timing.
The Ayat Seribu Dinar, also known as the 1,000 Dinar Verse, is commonly recited for seeking sustenance and protection from difficulties. This verse is from Surah At-Talaq (65:2-3) and is a powerful reminder of placing one's trust in Allah. Here is the verse in Arabic, the transliteration, and its meaning:
Arabic:
وَمَن يَتَّقِ اللَّهَ يَجْعَل لَّهُ مَخْرَجًا وَيَرْزُقْهُ مِنْ حَيْثُ لَا يَحْتَسِبُ ۚ وَمَن يَتَوَكَّلْ عَلَى اللَّهِ فَهُوَ حَسْبُهُ ۚ إِنَّ اللَّهَ بَالِغُ أَمْرِهِ ۚ قَدْ جَعَلَ اللَّهُ لِكُلِّ شَيْءٍ قَدْرًا
Transliteration:
Wa may yattaqillaha yaj‘al lahu makhrajan. Wa yarzuqhu min haythu la yahtasib. Wa may yatawakkal ‘alallahi fa huwa hasbuh. Innallaha balighu amrih. Qad ja‘alallahu likulli shay’in qadra. 7 x
Translation:
"And whoever fears Allah – He will make for him a way out. And will provide for him from where he does not expect. And whoever relies upon Allah – then He is sufficient for him. Indeed, Allah will accomplish His purpose. Allah has already set for everything a [decreed] measure."
Word-by-Word Breakdown:
- Wa man (وَمَن): And whoever
- Yattaqi (يَتَّقِ): Fears (Allah)
- Allaha (اللَّهَ): Allah
- Yaj‘al (يَجْعَل): He will make
- Lahu (لَّهُ): For him
- Makhrajan (مَخْرَجًا): A way out
- Wa yarzuqhu (وَيَرْزُقْهُ): And provide for him
- Min haythu (مِنْ حَيْثُ): From where
- La yahtasib (لَا يَحْتَسِبُ): He does not expect
- Wa man (وَمَن): And whoever
- Yatawakkal (يَتَوَكَّلْ): Relies upon
- ‘Ala Allahi (عَلَى اللَّهِ): Upon Allah
- Fa huwa hasbuh (فَهُوَ حَسْبُهُ): Then He is sufficient for him
- Innallaha (إِنَّ اللَّهَ): Indeed, Allah
- Balighu amrih (بَالِغُ أَمْرِهِ): Will accomplish His purpose
- Qad ja‘ala (قَدْ جَعَلَ): Has already set
- Allahu (اللَّهُ): Allah
- Likulli shay’in (لِكُلِّ شَيْءٍ): For everything
- Qadra (قَدْرًا): A [decreed] measure
Benefits:
- Seeking sustenance and protection: The "Ayat Seribu Dinar" is often recited with the belief that it attracts sustenance (rizq) from unexpected sources and protects you from harm.
- Trust in Allah: This zikir teaches reliance upon Allah, particularly when you are in need of financial or material blessings. It reassures you that Allah will provide for you in ways beyond your comprehension.
- Divine intervention: Reciting this regularly after Maghrib can enhance your spiritual connection and invoke Allah’s power to resolve financial difficulties or personal challenges.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: What is the significance of Ayat Seribu Dinar?
A: Ayat Seribu Dinar, from Surah At-Talaq (65:2-3), emphasizes placing trust in Allah, as He promises to provide sustenance from unexpected sources and make a way out of difficulties for those who are mindful of Him.
Q: Why is this zikir recommended after Maghrib?
A: Maghrib is a time of reflection and connection with Allah after the day’s work. Reciting Ayat Seribu Dinar at this time seeks Allah’s guidance, sustenance, and protection as you transition into the evening.
Q: How does this verse inspire trust in Allah’s provision?
A: The verse reassures believers that Allah will provide sustenance and solutions in unforeseen ways, encouraging unwavering trust in His wisdom and generosity, especially during difficult times.
Q: Can reciting Ayat Seribu Dinar help with financial challenges?
A: Yes, many believers recite this verse to seek relief from financial struggles, as it reminds them of Allah’s promise to provide and ease their paths when they place their trust in Him.
Q: How often should Ayat Seribu Dinar be recited for maximum benefit?
A: While it is recommended after Maghrib, this zikir can be recited daily or whenever one feels the need for Allah’s sustenance and protection. Regular recitation reinforces trust in Allah and invites ongoing spiritual benefits.