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coastal [noun]

Tasbihi ya amani

Maana (Definition)

Rosary-like string of beads used during coastal Swahili spiritual recitations and prayers.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

prayer beads of peace / devotions

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

tasbihi

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Arabic tasbih via Coastal Swahili
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mzee alishika tasbihi ya amani akifanya dhikr msikitini."

Translation: The elder held the prayer beads of peace while engaged in remembrance at the mosque.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Tuma salamudhikrAmani
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