Digital Tasbeeh Counter

Free digital Tasbeeh counter for dhikr. Count SubhanAllah, Alhamdulillah, Allahu Akbar with presets, sequences, vibration feedback and history tracking.

سُبْحَانَ اللَّهِ

SubhanAllah

Glory be to Allah

What is Tasbeeh (Dhikr)?

Tasbeeh is a form of dhikr (remembrance of Allah) that consists of glorifying Allah by repeating sacred formulas. The word "Tasbeeh" comes from the Arabic root "sabaha" meaning to glorify or exalt, and it specifically refers to the repetition of "SubhanAllah" (Glory be to Allah). In a broader sense, Tasbeeh encompasses all dhikr formulas recited with a prayer bead string (misbaha or subha) or a counter. Dhikr, on the other hand, is a broader concept that includes any form of remembrance of Allah, whether through speech, the heart, or actions. Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) taught that dhikr is one of the most beloved acts of worship to Allah, accessible to all Muslims without conditions of time, place, or state of ritual purity. It is a spiritual practice that nourishes the soul, soothes the heart, and brings the believer closer to their Creator.

The Virtues of Dhikr in Islam

The Quran and Sunnah are replete with verses and hadiths highlighting the importance and merits of dhikr. Allah says in the Quran: "O you who believe! Remember Allah with much remembrance" (Quran 33:41). This verse directly commands believers to remember Allah frequently. The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: "Two words are light on the tongue, heavy on the scale, and beloved to the Most Merciful: SubhanAllahi wa bihamdihi, SubhanAllahil Azim" (Bukhari and Muslim). In another hadith, he said: "Whoever says SubhanAllahi wa bihamdihi one hundred times a day, his sins will be forgiven, even if they were as much as the foam of the sea" (Bukhari). Dhikr is also a means of protection against the whispers of Satan and maintaining a constant awareness of the divine presence in daily life.

The 33x3 Tasbeeh After Prayer

One of the most well-known and widely practiced Sunnah acts after every obligatory prayer is to say SubhanAllah (Glory be to Allah) 33 times, Alhamdulillah (Praise be to Allah) 33 times, and Allahu Akbar (Allah is the Greatest) 34 times, totaling 100 repetitions. This hadith is narrated by Muslim from Abu Hurayra: the Prophet (peace be upon him) said: "Whoever glorifies Allah 33 times after every prayer, praises Allah 33 times, and proclaims His greatness 34 times, making a total of 99, then says to complete the hundredth: La ilaha illAllah wahdahu la sharika lah, lahul mulku wa lahul hamdu wa huwa ala kulli shay'in qadir (There is no god but Allah alone, with no partner. To Him belongs sovereignty and praise, and He is capable of all things), his sins will be forgiven even if they were as much as the foam of the sea." This simple practice takes only a few minutes after each prayer and constitutes a treasure of rewards.

Types of Dhikr and Their Rewards

Each dhikr formula has its own virtues and rewards. SubhanAllah (Glory be to Allah): the Prophet said this word fills the scale of good deeds. Alhamdulillah (Praise be to Allah): it fills what is between the heavens and the earth (Muslim). Allahu Akbar (Allah is the Greatest): proclaiming the greatness of Allah removes arrogance and reminds us that nothing is above Him. La ilaha illAllah (There is no god but Allah): the Prophet said it is the best of words (Tirmidhi). Astaghfirullah (I seek forgiveness from Allah): the Prophet used to seek forgiveness from Allah more than 70 times a day (Bukhari). La Hawla wa la Quwwata illa Billah (There is no power or strength except with Allah): the Prophet described it as a treasure among the treasures of Paradise (Bukhari and Muslim). Each of these formulas is a key to divine mercy and purification of the soul.

Dhikr Throughout the Day

Islam encourages dhikr at many moments throughout the day, not just after prayers. The morning adhkar (after Fajr prayer) and evening adhkar (after Asr prayer) form a spiritual fortress that protects the believer throughout the day and night. Recommended adhkar include Ayat al-Kursi, the last three surahs of the Quran (al-Ikhlas, al-Falaq, an-Nas), and various prophetic supplications. Before sleeping, the Prophet would recite the protective surahs and blow into his hands, then pass them over his body. After performing ablution (wudu), it is recommended to say the shahada. When entering the mosque, a specific supplication is said while stepping with the right foot, and another when leaving with the left foot. Even while walking, working, or doing daily tasks, the believer can keep their tongue moist with the remembrance of Allah, transforming every moment into an act of worship.

Benefits of Regular Dhikr

Regular dhikr brings numerous benefits, both spiritual and psychological. The Quran affirms: "Verily, in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest" (Quran 13:28). This tranquility of the heart is the first and most important benefit of dhikr. Spiritually, dhikr strengthens the bond with Allah, protects against sins by maintaining God-consciousness, and purifies the soul from its impurities. The Prophet (peace be upon him) compared dhikr and its absence to life and death: "The example of the one who remembers his Lord and the one who does not remember his Lord is like that of the living and the dead" (Bukhari). Psychologically, modern studies have shown that the meditative repetition of soothing formulas (which is essentially what dhikr does) reduces stress and anxiety and promotes a state of inner calm. Dhikr is therefore a bridge between Islamic spirituality and mental well-being.