أهمية الذكر في تزكية النفس

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to evaluate and to get thorough information of the role of 'zikr' in inculcating and guiding one's soul. The research includes literal (lughah) and technical (istilah) meaning of 'zikr', way of practicing and its benefits. Some techniques had bee used in the data collection process, such as reading and analyzing the references that are related to the subject. This research shows how importance zikr is in Islamic practices as it connected man with its Creator. On the other hand, it is a combination of Aqidah (belief) and Ibadah. Thus, one should have a firm foundation of Ibadah in order to avoid him from being deviated.