Are the phrases "Subhan Allah wa bihamdihi, Subhan Allah Al-Azim" to be recited together as they appeared in the Hadith, or separately, and does one who recites only one of them separately still attain the virtue mentioned in the Hadith?
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The states: "Two phrases that are light on the tongue, heavy in the scales, and beloved to the Most Merciful: 'Subhan Allah wa bihamdihi, Subhan Allah al-Azim' (Glorified be Allah and praised be He, Glorified be Allah the Almighty)." These two phrases have been narrated with variations in order or by mentioning only one of them. The matter is broad, and it is not obligatory to recite them in a specific order or to mention both together. However, combining them is more complete.
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