The Tespih Code
From childhood memories to a collection of over 500 prayer beads, Barış Sarıalioğlu invites readers on a deeply personal and intellectually rich exploration of the tespih—a spiritual artifact that transcends cultures, religions, and centuries.
The Prayer Bead: A Journey Through History, Culture, and Science
By Barış Sarıalioğlu
Blending his background as a software engineer and academic with heartfelt reflections, Sarıalioğlu examines prayer beads through the lenses of history, psychology, and material science. This book offers more than nostalgia—it provides insight into how a simple strand of beads can carry meaning, memory, and cultural identity.
🟢 Explore the origins and symbolism of prayer beads across civilizations
🟢 Discover how materials—from seeds to gemstones—reflect cultural values
🟢 Gain a unique perspective shaped by both scientific method and personal connection
“This is a book not only about prayer beads, but about the people who carry them, the hands that shape them, and the stories they silently tell.
