7 Bead Tawaf Tasbeeh: A Comprehensive Guide
A simple Tawaf counter that helps you keep track of your seven circuits around the Kaaba. Move one bead after each completed round, so you can give your attention to your worship rather than counting in your head.
Product Overview
What is a 7 Bead Tawaf Tasbeeh?
A 7 Bead Tawaf Tasbeeh is a small, manual counting aid made for the seven rounds of Tawaf and the seven lengths of Sa’ee. Its seven movable beads help mark your progress. It is sometimes called Tawaf & Sa’ee Counting Beads, a 7 bead counter or a Tawaaf Tasbeeh Counter 7 Beads.
Purpose and Use During Hajj and Umrah
At Masjid al-Haram in Makkah, pilgrims complete seven circuits of Tawaf around the Kaaba. The counter provides a simple way to record each completed circuit, which can be helpful when the prayer area is busy.
Use the same beads for Sa’ee between Safa and Marwah after resetting them. This small accessory is a practical addition to a Hajj or Umrah packing list.
The beads are a counting aid only. They do not replace learning how to perform the rites correctly.
Key Features
Design and Material
Seven faceted beads in the pictured black, clear, green and red combination, on a black cord with a metal-look keyring and chain.
Portability and Ease of Use
A compact, light-looking design that can be held in your hand or attached to a bag using the ring.
Durability
No electronic display or battery to manage. Treat the cord, fittings and beads with care and avoid pulling sharply.
Product Description
The Al-Hasnain Tawaf Tasbeeh keeps things uncomplicated: seven beads, a short cord and a keyring. You can count manually without carrying a digital Tawaf counter, downloading a Tawaf counter app or checking your phone during worship.
Detailed Specifications
Specifications describe the pictured product. Exact bead material, size and weight are not supplied.
How to Use for Tawaf and Sa’ee
Before starting, place all seven beads together at one end of the cord. After each completed round, move one bead to the other end. When all seven beads have been moved, you have recorded seven rounds.
Set your counter
Slide all seven beads to the same starting position.
Begin Tawaf
Start at the Black Stone alignment, keeping the Kaaba on your left as you walk anticlockwise.
Move one bead
Move one bead when you complete a full circuit and reach the starting alignment.
Continue to seven
Repeat after each round. Seven moved beads mark seven completed circuits.
For Sa’ee, reset the beads first. Safa to Marwah counts as one length; Marwah back to Safa counts as the second. The seventh length finishes at Marwah.
Benefits of Using Counting Beads
- Keep a visible count of all seven circuits of Tawaf.
- Use the same counter for Sa’ee once the beads are reset.
- Put your phone away—no app, screen or charging is needed.
- Carry it easily with the keyring attachment.
- Give a useful gift to someone preparing for Umrah or Hajj.
Variations and Sets
Single vs. Set of Two
The pictures show one 7 bead counter. Buying for two pilgrims? Select a quantity of two at checkout, if stock permits. A separate two-piece set is not confirmed.
Color and Style Options
The photographed style has black, clear, green and red beads with a black cord. Check the product selector for any available alternatives; other colour choices are not guaranteed.
Pricing and Value
Price Comparison
Unlike a digital Tawaf counter, Tawaf counter ring or smartwatch tracker, this manual option needs no power or setup. Your current Al-Hasnain price is displayed next to the product’s purchase controls.
Where to Buy
Order through Al-Hasnain Islamic Essentials. Select the available quantity, check the final price and delivery charge at checkout, and keep your order confirmation for reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tasbeeh suitable for all ages?
The simple counting method can be used by adults and older children. Because it has small beads and fittings, keep it away from young children and supervise children who may put small parts in their mouths.
Can it be used for other dhikr?
Yes. You can use the seven beads as a small manual tally for personal dhikr. Reset the beads when you begin a new set. It is not a standard 33- or 99-bead tasbeeh.
How to clean and maintain?
Wipe beads and fittings gently with a dry, soft cloth. Keep the cord dry, avoid chemicals and do not pull or bend the attachment with force.
How many times do you go around the Kaaba during Tawaf?
Seven full circuits. Each circuit starts and ends at the Black Stone alignment, with the Kaaba kept on the left as the pilgrim moves anticlockwise.
Does Sa’ee have seven rounds?
Yes. Sa’ee has seven lengths between Safa and Marwah. Safa to Marwah is one; the return is two. The seventh length ends at Marwah. Reset the counter before Sa’ee.
Is this a digital Tawaf counter or an app?
No. It is a manual, screen-free Tawaf counter. You move one bead after each completed circuit. No battery, Bluetooth, download or internet connection is required.
What does Tawaf mean in Arabic?
Tawaf (الطواف) refers to circling the Kaaba as an act of worship. During Umrah, pilgrims complete seven full circuits of Tawaf.
How far is Tawaf in miles?
There is no single fixed distance for every pilgrim. The total varies according to how far from the Kaaba you walk and the area used, so a Tawaf counter tracks circuits rather than distance.