Takbir Uphill, Tasbih Downhill
Use: The travellers’ rhythm on climbs and descents
Also searched as: safar takbir dua
English guide — translation coming soon.
عِنْدَ الصُّعُودِ: اللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ، وَعِنْدَ النُّزُولِ: سُبْحَانَ اللَّهِ
Indas-su’udi: Allahu Akbar. Wa indan-nuzuli: SubhanAllah.
Climbing: Allah is Greatest. Descending: Glory be to Allah — the Companions’ practice on every journey.
Climbing and descending while travelling • Each time
Altitude met with greatness, descent with glorification — geography turned into dhikr.
📚 Source: Sahih al-Bukhari • Narrated by Jabir ibn Abdullah • Grade: Sahih
Verify wording with a teacher; rulings differ — consult scholars.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When should I recite Takbir Uphill, Tasbih Downhill?
Climbing and descending while travelling. Repeat: Each time.
What is the virtue of Takbir Uphill, Tasbih Downhill?
Altitude met with greatness, descent with glorification — geography turned into dhikr.
Where is Takbir Uphill, Tasbih Downhill from?
Source: Sahih al-Bukhari (narrated by Jabir ibn Abdullah). Grade: Sahih. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.