Ḥasbunāllāhu wa niʿma-l-wakīl
Allah is sufficient for us, and He is the best Disposer of affairs.
حَسْبُنَا ٱللَّٰهُ وَنِعْمَ ٱلْوَكِيلُ
When is Ḥasbunāllāhu wa niʿma-l-wakīl recited?
Ḥasbunāllāhu wa niʿma-l-wakīl, meaning "Allah is sufficient for us, and He is the best Disposer of affairs.", is cited in Qur'an 3:173. A remembrance of trust and reliance upon Allah. A suggested count is 100 repetitions per sitting, counted on any tasbih or a plain hand count.
What is the source for Ḥasbunāllāhu wa niʿma-l-wakīl?
The primary source is Qur'an, reference 3:173. This dhikr is reviewed under Sibha's editorial policy before publication.
Review status: sourced, pending scholarly review. Last checked 2025-01-01. See editorial policy.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need wudu to say Ḥasbunāllāhu wa niʿma-l-wakīl?
No. Wudu is preferred for dhikr but not required. You can recite from memory in any state of purity.
Can I count Ḥasbunāllāhu wa niʿma-l-wakīl on a digital counter?
Yes. Set a target of 100 on any tap counter, including Sibha, and it will track the count for you.
Is Ḥasbunāllāhu wa niʿma-l-wakīl the same in every school of thought?
The Arabic wording and the source hadith are the same across schools. Minor differences in recommended timing or count exist between some scholars.
What if I say Ḥasbunāllāhu wa niʿma-l-wakīl more than 100 times?
There is no harm in saying it more. The suggested count is the minimum drawn from the Sunnah, not a ceiling.
Which other adhkar are related to Ḥasbunāllāhu wa niʿma-l-wakīl?
4 other short adhkar in the library pair naturally with Ḥasbunāllāhu wa niʿma-l-wakīl as part of a daily routine, each with its own source and suggested count.
- SubḥānAllāhGlory be to Allah.
- AlḥamdulillāhAll praise is due to Allah.
- Allāhu AkbarAllah is the Greatest.
- Lā ilāha illa-llāhThere is no god but Allah.
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