33 SubhanAllah, 33 Alhamdulillah, 34 Allahu Akbar
The most rewarded set of dhikr after the prescribed prayer. Reported in Sahih Muslim 596 and Sahih al-Bukhari 3705.
What are the three phrases?
The three phrases are SubhanAllah, Alhamdulillah, and Allahu Akbar, said 33, 33, and 34 times in that order after each of the five daily prayers, for a total of 100 as recorded in Sahih Muslim 596. Each phrase carries its own meaning: glorification, praise, and greatness.
SubhanAllah ×33
سُبْحَانَ اللَّه
"Glory be to Allah, above every imperfection." Say it 33 times.
Alhamdulillah ×33
الْحَمْدُ لِلَّه
"All praise belongs to Allah." Say it 33 times.
Allahu Akbar ×34
اللَّهُ أَكْبَر
"Allah is the greatest." Say it 34 times to reach 100.
Why 34 and not 33 for Allahu Akbar?
Because the hadith describes the total as 100. To reach 100 with three equal groups, one group has to be 34. The Prophet ﷺ specified Allahu Akbar for the extra count in one narration.
Open a preset counter that stops at each 33, then 33, then 34 so you never lose track.
Frequently asked questions
What if I make a mistake and say 34 SubhanAllah?
Continue. The intention counts, and the total of 100 is what the hadith emphasises.
Do I have to say them in Arabic?
For the fixed Sunnah, yes. Learn the three short phrases. The meaning matters, but so does the exact wording taught by the Prophet ﷺ.
Can I do it walking away from the prayer spot?
Better to stay seated after salam. But if you must leave, continue as you walk.
Does one set cover both Fajr and Zuhr?
No. Do it after every prescribed prayer.
Is 33-33-34 the only accepted pattern?
It is the most common. Sahih Muslim also records a version ending in 33 Allahu Akbar plus one closing declaration of tawhid to complete the 100.
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