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How is Istikhara by Tasbih performed? Which hand should the Sibha be taken in and how should one hold the Sibha? How should we choose a random spot on the beads? In what direction should we be counting two by two?
Amina Inloes

Don't overthink it - just do it - the whole idea behind it is that Allah is guiding you and you are not controlling the action yourself. Allah is merciful and will not deprive anyone of divine guidance due to details. 

Usually people have in mind which direction they will be counting and then do it, for instance if I am holding it with the main bead to the left, I have the intention I am counting that way before I proceed. 

Maybe someone here can post a video on YouTube or link to one (hint). 
Is doing Istikhara from Tasbeeh a correct and acceptable way?
Amina Inloes

Yes

Here is a nice, short book on the topic of istikhara that has a short section on it: https://www.al-islam.org/istikhara-seeking-best-allah-swt-muhammad-baqir...
Is it acceptable to do Tasbeeh using my left hand, or is it recommended to use the right hand?
Sayyed Mohammad Al-Musawi

It is permissible to do Tasbeeh using both right and left hands. There is nothing wrong to use left hand in Tasbeeh.

Wassalam 
Is there any evidence that Salatul Tasbih is acceptable in Islam?
Abbas Di Palma

as salam alaikum

Salat al-Tasbih is known by some as "Salat Ja'far al-Tayyar" because it is said that it was taught by the Prophet, peace be upon him and his family, to his cousin Ja'far. Some reports state that it was taught to Abbas Ibn Abdul-Muttalib as well. This salat has been mentioned in many books. Amongst them:

- "al-Kafi" by Shaykh al-Kulayni

- "Man la Yahduruhu al-Faqih" by Shaykh al-Saduq

- "Tahdib al-Ahkam" by Shaykh al-Tusi

- "Sunan Abi Dawud"

- "Sunan al-Tirmidhi"

- "Sunan Ibn Majah"

It has been reported through different chains of transmission with slight variations that do not alter its integrity.  It has also been reported by ulama belonging to different schools and practiced by the Imam of Ahl al-Bayt and many pious predecessors. Such widespread practice strengthens the hadiths transmitted on the authority of the Messenger of Allah, peace be upon him and his family.

With prayers for your success.