What is a Tasbih or Islamic Rosary?

A Tasbih or Islamic Rosary is a string of beads that is used to keep track of the repetition of prayers, often used by Muslims during their daily prayers and other religious practices.

What is the significance of using a Tasbih or Islamic Rosary?

Using a Tasbih or Islamic Rosary helps Muslims maintain focus during prayer and provides a tangible way to count the number of times a particular prayer or supplication is recited.

How many beads are typically in a Tasbih or Islamic Rosary?

The number of beads in a Tasbih or Islamic Rosary can vary, but the most common number is 99 beads, with one additional bead, called the “alif,” used to mark the end of each cycle of recitation. Some Tasbihs may also have 33 beads, which can be used to recite certain prayers or supplications three times to complete the 99 counts.