Glorifying Allah by Counting on Fingers
Source: Sunan Abi Dawud 1502
عَنْعَبْدِاللَّهِبْنِعَمْرٍورضياللهعنهقَالَ:((رَأَيْتُالنَّبيَّصلىاللهعليهوسلميَعْقِدُالتَّسْبِيحَ))وفيزيادةٍ:((بِيَمِينِهِ)).
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Transliteration
Subhanal-lah, alhamdu lillah, Allahu akbar. 'Abdullah Ibn 'Amr (may Allah be pleased with him) said: I saw the Prophet ﷺ counting the tasbeeh with his right hand.
Translation
The Prophet ﷺ would glorify Allah by reciting 'Glory be to Allah, All praise is for Allah, Allah is the Greatest'. He would count these praises on his right hand.
Context
Abdullah ibn Amr (may Allah be pleased with him) observed the Prophet ﷺ counting his glorifications. This practice highlights the importance of remembering Allah through specific phrases and mindful counting, using the right hand as a tool for remembrance.
Benefit
Engaging in this tasbeeh strengthens the connection with Allah by actively praising Him. Counting on the fingers serves as a tactile reminder, enhancing focus and devotion during remembrance.
When to Recite
This practice can be done at any time, particularly when seeking to glorify Allah or after prayers.