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Sunnah of Prophet – Miswaak [Last Part 3]

A SUNNAH OF PROPHET – MISWAAK

TYPES OF MISWAAKS

It is permissible to take for a Miswaak all types of tree twigs provided these are not harmful or poisonous. It is forbidden to use a Miswaak from a poisonous tree. Miswaaks from the following trees are not permissible:

(1) Pomegranate
(2) Bamboo
(3) Raihaan
(4) Chambelie

Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam) FORBADE THE USE OF Raihaan as Miswaak because it causes the sickness, Juz-zaam

The following the types of Miswaak are recommended:

(1) Peelo tree
(2) Zaitoon or Olive tree
(3) Bitam or
(4) Any bitter tree
(5) Walnut tree

Miswaak of the Peelo Tree

“And, the best of Miswaaks is the Peelo, then the Olive.” (KABIRI)

The best type of Miswaak is that which is taken from the Peelo tree. In the Kitaab, Ta-heelul Manaa-fi’  it is mentioned that the miswaak of the Peelo tree is excellent for obtaining the glow or glitter of the teeth.

Our Nabi (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam) also praised and recommended the Peelo tree for Miswaak purposes. Besides recommending the Peelo tree, Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam) as well as the Sahaabas (R) used Miswaaks of this tree. Ibn Sa’d (R) narrates that Abu Khabrah (R) said:

Nabi (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam) presented me with a Miswaak of the Peelo tree, and he (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam) said:

‘Use the Miswaak of the Peelo tree.

Sunnah of Prophet – Miswaak [Part 2]

A SUNNAH OF PROPHET – MISWAAK

MISWAAK UPON ENTERING HOME
Shuraih (R) narrates that he asked Aisha (R): ‘What was the first thing Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam) did upon entering the house’

Aisha (R) replied:  ‘Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam) would use Miswaak’.” (MUSLIM)

MISWAAK UPON LEAVING HOME
“Whenever Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam) left the house he would use Miswaak.” (KASHFUL GHUMMAH)

MISWAAK BEFORE AND AFTER MEALS
Abu Hurairah (R) said: “I have used Miswaak before sleeping, after rising, before eating and after eating, ever since I heard the Nabi (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam) advising so’.” (AHMAD)

MISWAAK BEFORE RECITING THE HOLY QUR’AN
Hadhrat Ali (R) said: ‘Verily, your mouths are the pathways of the Qur’an (i.e. you recite with your mouth), therefore cleanse your mouth with Miswaak thoroughly’.” (IBN MAJAH)

MISWAAK DURING FASTING
Aamir Bin Rabiyah (R) narrates: ‘I have seen Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam) using Miswaak many a time while fasting’.” (IBN MAJAH)

In another Hadith, our Nabi (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam) said that one of the best characteristics of a fasting person is his use of Miswaak.

The majority of the Ulama have opined that it is Sunnat to use Miswaak while fasting. It is recorded in Fataawa Siraajiah that a fasting person may use a dry or a moist (i.e. fresh, green) Miswaak.

Sunnah Of Prophet – Miswaak [Part 1]

A SUNNAH OF PROPHET – MISWAAK

Miswaak Quick View of Benefits:

Advantages of Miswaak:

1. Miswaak strengthens the gums and prevents tooth decay.
2. Miswaak assists in eliminating toothaches and prevents further increase of decay which has already set in.
3. Miswaak creates a fragrance in the mouth.
4. Miswaak is a cure for illness.
5. Miswaak eliminates bad odors and improves the sense of taste.
6. Miswaak sharpens the memory.
7. Miswaak is a cure for headaches.
8. Miswaak creates luster (noor) on the face of the one who continually uses it.
9. Miswaak causes the teeth to glow.
10. Miswaak strengthens eyesight.
11. Miswaak assists in digestion.
12. Miswaak clears the voice.
13. The greatest benefit of using miswaak is gaining the pleasure of Allah.
14. The reward of Salaah (Prayers) is multiplied 70 times if Miswaak was used before it.

Times when the usage of Miswaak is Sunnah:
1. For the recitation of the Qur’an.
2. For the recitation of Hadith.
3. When the mouth emits an odor.
4. For the learning or teaching of virtues of Islaam.
5. For making Dhikrullah (Remembrance of Allah, meditation).
6. After entering one home.
7. Before entering any good gathering.
8. When experiencing pangs of hunger and thirst.
9. After the signs of death are evident.
10. At the time of Sehri.
11. Before meals.
12. Before undertaking a journey.
13. On returning from a journey.
14. Before sleeping.
15. Upon awakening.

Tasbeeh-e-Fatima (Razi-Allahu Anha)

Narrated Abu Huraira (Radi Allah Anhu):
Some poor people came to the Prophet Muhammad (sal-allahu-alleihi-wasallam) and said, “The wealthy people will get higher grades and will have permanent enjoyment, and they offer ! Salat (prayer) likes us and observe Saum (fast) as we do. They have more money by which they perform the Hajj, and ‘Umra; fight and struggle in Allah’s Cause and give in charity.” The Prophet Muhammad (sal-allahu-alleihi-wasallam) said, “Shall I not tell you a thing upon which if you acted you would catch up with those who have surpassed you? Nobody would overtake you and you would be better than the people amongst whom you live except those who would do the same. Say, Subhan Allah, Alhamdulillah, and Allahu Akbar thirty-three times each after every (compulsory)!Farz Salat (prayer).”

[Sahih Bukhari : Hadith No. 479]

Basics Of Zakaah

Important Points on Zakaah
1. Zakaah is Fard upon all Muslim adults, who are free from debts and who have possessed wealth for the full 12 months. This wealth must be equal to the Nisaab.
2. The rate of Zakaah is 2.5 percent on wealth (money, gold, or silver).
3. It is Fard to make the Niyyah when giving Zakaah.
4. Zakaah is actually a “religious tax” that is paid by rich people to the poor.
5. By us paying Zakaah, we are actually cleaning our money.
6. Zakaah also teaches us to be honest in our earnings and business dealings.
7. Zakaah must not be seen as a burden or punishment, but as a form of Ibaadah.
8. Muslims can also help the poor by giving Sadaqa.
9. By giving Zakaah and Sadqa, wealth is being divided among all Muslims.
10. Zakaah became Fard during 2 A.H.

To whom can Zakaah be given?
Zakaah can be given to:
1. The poor and needy.
2. A person in serious debt.
3. A traveler who has run short on cash.
4. Students who are not able to pay for their education.
5. Muslims only.

Spending On Wife, Children, Family

1. Sayyidina Abu Saeed Khudri(radhiyallahu anhu) reported that Rasullullah(sallallahu alaiyhi wassallam) has said that whosoever spends anything on his family members for reward, will enjoy the divine credit of charity. (Bukhari, Muslim)

2. It is described by Sayyidina Abu Huraira(radhiyallahu anhu) that Rasullullah(sallallahu alaiyhi wassallam) has said that, to spend on one’s wife, has great merit than giving charity to male and female slaves and beggars.  (Muslim)

3. Sayyidina Abdullah bin Masood (radhiyallahu anhu) reported that the greatest preference is to spend on one’s wife and children which is necessary and then it should be spent on close relatives. (Tibrani)

It is narrated in the extract of Sayyidina Arbez bin Saarya(radhiyallahu anhu) that even giving water to one’s wife is charity.

4. Sayyidina Abu Huraira(radhiyallahu anhu) reported that someone asked Rasullullah(sallallahu alaiyhi wassallam) that he had one gold coin with him, and where should he spend it. Rasullullah(sallallahu alaiyhi wassallam) said that he should spend it on himself. The man said that he had one more and Rasullullah(sallallahu alaiyhi wassallam) said that he should spend it on his wife. The man again said that he had yet another and Rasullullah(sallallahu alaiyhi wassallam) said ,that he should spend on his servants. The man said that he had a fourth and Rasullullah(sallallahu alaiyhi wassallam) said that he should spend it, on whatever he preferred. (Ibn Habban)

5. Sayyidina Sa’ad bin Waqqas(radhiyallahu anhu) reported that Rasullullah(sallallahu alaiyhi wassallam) said that whosoever spends his money to gain Allah’s pleasure and goodwill, gets the credit of charity so much that even a morsel which he puts in the mouth of his wife, has the credit of charity. ( Bukhari, Muslim)

Benefits Of Reciting Durood Shareef

1. Almighty Allah sends ten mercies (70 on Friday!) upon a person who recites Durood once;
2. Ten of his sins are forgiven; (70 on Friday!)
3. The person’s rank is raised by ten degrees; (70 on Friday!)
4. Ten rewards are written for him. (70 on Friday!)
5. There is acceptance of Dua where Durood is recited at the beginning and at the end.
6. The person will be blessed with the intercession of Rasulullah Sallallahu alaihi wasallam.
7. Almighty Allah will forgive his sins.
8. Almighty Allah is pleased with him.
9. The person will be nearer to the Prophet Sallallahu alaihi wasallam on the day of Judgement.
10. The person will have all his worries removed in this world and the hereafter.

The People Whom Allah Almighty Does Not Like

In the name of Allah, The Beneficent, The Merciful

1. Allah loveth not those who make Mischief.
(AlQuran.Surah AlMaida.Para # 6)

2. Allah guideth not the Froward folk.
(AlQuran.Surah AlSaf.Para # 28)

3. Allah guideth, not the Wrong-Doing folk.
(AlQuran.Surah AlTauba.Para # 10)

4. Surely He loveth not the Proud.
(AlQuran.Surah AlNahal.Para # 14)

5. Be not prodigal; surely He loveth not the Prodigals.
(AlQuran.Surah AlAnaam.Para # 8 )

6. Surely Allah guideth not him who is a Liar and Ingrate.
(AlQuran.Surah AlZumar.Para # 23)

7. Who ascribeth unto Allah associates, of a certainty, he hath Wandered Far Away (from the Right Path).
(AlQuran.Surah AlNisa.Para # 5)