Dhikr while climbing stairs

Question: Is there a specific Dhikr (remembrance of Allah) for climbing stairs?

Praise be to Allah

Summary:
There is no prescribed Dhikr for going up or down stairs. The Dhikr of saying “Allahu Akbar” (Allah is the Greatest) when ascending and “SubhanAllah” (Glory be to Allah) when descending is specifically mentioned in the context of traveling over hills and valleys, not for general activities such as using stairs. If it were prescribed for stairs, the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) would have done so or instructed his companions accordingly.

Detailed Answer:
The practice of saying “Allahu Akbar” when ascending and “SubhanAllah” when descending was taught by the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) for specific situations, such as traveling through mountainous terrain. Scholars clarify that these forms of Dhikr were not extended to activities like climbing stairs, even though stairs were commonly used in the time of the Prophet.

The absence of any instruction regarding Dhikr when using stairs indicates that it is not a prescribed practice. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) was thorough in teaching his companions daily Adhkar, such as those for entering and leaving the house, eating, and traveling. Since no such Dhikr was taught for climbing stairs, it is understood that this practice is not required or specifically recommended.

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