Tasbih تَسْبِيح

Glorifying God by saying Subhan Allah, and also the name of the prayer beads used for counting.

Arabic: تَسْبِيح
Transliteration: Tasbih
Meaning: Glorifying God (SubhanAllah)
Topic: Worship & practice

About Tasbih

Tasbih is a form of dhikr, and many Muslims say Subhan Allah, Alhamdulillah and Allahu Akbar in set numbers after the prayer. A string of beads or a digital counter helps keep track of the count. The word is also used for the glorification that all creation offers to God.

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Online tasbih counter

See also

Dhikr ذِكْر — Remembrance of God
Takbir تَكْبِير — Saying Allahu Akbar
Dua دُعَاء — Supplication

These entries are general, mainstream explanations for learning. Where scholars differ, this is noted. For rulings and personal questions, please ask a qualified scholar.