This voluntary prayer, highly regarded in Islamic tradition, is performed to seek forgiveness and blessings from Allah. It involves reciting a specific phrase (“SubhanAllah, Alhamdulilah, La ilaha illallah, Allahu Akbar”) a certain number of times during each rak’ah (unit) of the prayer, significantly increasing the overall number of tasbih (glorifications) offered.
The significance of this prayer lies in its potential to expiate sins, bring immense rewards, and strengthen one’s connection with the Divine. Historically, prominent scholars and pious individuals have emphasized the merit of observing it regularly, due to its comprehensive benefits in both this life and the Hereafter. It is also a method of seeking closeness to Allah, purifying the heart, and obtaining divine mercy.
