NASIR NARRATES

Zikr, or the remembrance of God, is an extremely easy task but very hard to perform. Continuously repeating certain prescribed phrases requires an immense amount of focus and attention, which is very rare. Due to its apparent ease, we underestimate its gravity and often ignore it. Yet this seemingly simple act, which is far less physically demanding than offering prayers, is extremely powerful and unfathomably rewarding. Zikr is not a spell or a wish-making formula. It takes time to manifest its effects. The more it is recited and pondered upon, the more overpowering it becomes, in the sense that it elevates a person to different spiritual stations and ignites a sense of freedom. It brings freedom from countless inner burdens and distractions. It requires internalisation. It is one of the best and easiest ways to attain consciousness of God. It is not monotonous; it is rhythmic. It creates shifts and ripples in the heart. Deep reflection overwhelms the heart, which might ...