Tasbih with the Right Hand is Better

Question :

Which hand is better for performing Tasbih, the right or the left?

Answer:

It is better to do it with the right hand, because it has been authentically reported from the Prophet that he used to perform the Tasbih with his right hand. It is also in accordance with the general meaning of the Hadith of 'A'ishah, may Allah be pleased with her, in which she said that the Prophetused to prefer to begin with the right when wearing his shoes, when combing his hair, when performing ablution and in all his affairs. And all of that is allowed with both hands, according to Hadiths narrated to that effect.

Source:
The Permanent Committee
Fatawa Islamiyah, Vol. 2 Page 264

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