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A Lost Sunnah, How The Prophet Behaved In His Home
A Lost Sunnah,
How the Prophet Behaved in his Home
Since childhood we men see our mothers and sisters working in the kitchen, doing the daily routine household chores of our home.
After we grow up, we behave in the same way and like the “King who enters his house (and does nothing), we start commanding things and start getting them done by the wife or the servant.
We only remember the ayat from the Quran wherein men are allowed to have 4 wives but easily forget how the Prophet behaved when he was in his home.
So what did Prophet do when he would spend time in his home. ?
Order everyone to clean the house? NO
Lie down on the bed and leave it as it is. NO
Order the nicest dishes to be prepared. NO
Eat and Sleep? NO
So what did Prophet do when he would spend time in his home?
The Apostle of Allah (sallallahu alayhi wa sallam) occupied himself at his home like a common man.
As Aishah relates, he used to clean his clothes, milk the sheep, and do his odd jobs. She also says that he would mend his clothes, repair his shoes and do similar other works.
When asked how the Prophet occupied himself at home, she replied, He used to keep himself busy with household chores and went out when the time for prayer came.
In another report related to her authority, she is reported to have said, The Prophet of Allah (sallallahu alayhi wa sallam) used to repair his shoes, mend his clothes, and occupied himself at home even as any of you occupy yourself.
Aishah relates, Allah’s Messenger (sallallahu alayhi wa sallam) was very softhearted, the kindliest of all. He laughed often and smiled.
Anas says that he had not seen a man who was more clement and nice to his household members than the Apostle of Allah.
It is related to the authority of Aishah that the Prophet (sallallahu alayhi wa sallam) said, The best of you is one who is most nice to his wife and children and I am the nicest among you.
Sunnahs Of Leaving A Meeting
Uttering the expiation (Kaffarah) of quitting a meeting “I honor Allah from all that is ascribed to Him, O Allah, all praises are for You, I testify that there is no worth worshipping but Allah, I repent and ask Allah for His forgiveness (narrated by Sunnah scholars)
Every day includes many meetings such as:
1- While eating daily meals you mostly speak with whom you’re eating with.
2- When you meet one of your friends or neighbors even if you both were standing.
3- When sitting with your classmates or work colleagues.
4- When sitting with your spouse and children chatting together.
5- While driving home with your spouse or friends.
6- While attending a lecture, a seminar, or a forum.
Look what you do by applying these Sunnahs you keep:
· Praising Allah several times, which keeps you always in contact with Allah.
· Repenting and asking for Allah’s forgiveness for whatever happens during those meetings.
· Testifying that there is no god but Allah.
The benefit of applying these sunnahs on a daily basis is forgiveness of whatever happens during those meetings with others.
Note: Arabic version of Duas is preferable.
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.
Dreams According To Islamic Point Of View
Dreams are broken into three parts according to the Sunnah:
Ru’yaa – good visions (dreams)
Hulum – bad dreams
Dreams from one’s self
Abu Hurayrah narrated Muhammad (S) said, “There are three types of dreams: a righteous dream which is glad tidings from Allah, the dream which causes sadness is from Shaitan and a dream
from the ramblings of the mind. (Muslim)
True/Good Dreams
We can see true dreams are from Allah Ta’ala as Muhammad (S) said, “True dreams are from Allah and bad dreams are from Satan” (Bukhari).
True believers are more likely to happen to those who are truthful in their lives as Muhammad (SAW) said, “Those of you with the truest dreams will be those who are most truthful in speech”
(Muslim) .
Good dreams are also from Allah Ta’aala. Prophet Muhammad (SAW) said, “If anyone of you has a dream that he likes then it is from Allah. He should thank Allah for it and narrate it to
others.” (Bukhari) Good deeds consist of people doing Halaal (lawful) acts.
One should share their dreams with those they like as Muhammad (SAW) said, “If one sees a good dream, let him expect good, and not tell it except to those he likes.” (Muslim) An example of this is Yaqoob (AS) telling his son, Yusuf (AS) concerning his dream about eleven stars and the sun and the moon prostrating to him (scholars have said the eleven stars were his brothers, and the sun and the moon represented his mother and father): “He said, “O my son! Relate not your vision to your brothers lest they arrange a plot against you. Verily! Satan is to man an open enemy.” (Surah Yusuf 12:5) We know the half-brothers of Yusuf were jealous of him, to begin with so telling them the dream would probably only serve to increase the jealousy.
Muhammad (s.a.w) also told us, “Nothing is left of prophethood except glad tidings.” Those with him asked, “What are glad tidings?” He (S) replied, “Good dreams.” (Bukhari).
Bad Dreams
As stated above bad dreams are from Satan Muhammad (s.a.w) told us what to do upon seeing a bad dream. “So when one of you sees a dream which he does not like, he should spit on his left side
three times, seek refuge with Allah from Satan thrice, and change the side which he was lying (Muslim) and in another narration in Muslim, Muhammad (S) told us if we spit three times and seek refuge from Allah then it (the dream) will not harm them.” (Muslim).
Muhammad (s.a.w) also told us that if we saw a bad dream to “stand up and offer prayer.” (Muslim).
Bad Dreams Should Not Be Disclosed
Muhammad (s.a.w) said, …If he has a dream that he dislikes, then it is from Satan He should seek refuge with Allah from its evil, and he SHOULD NOT MENTION IT TO ANYBODY, then it will not harm him.” (Bukhari) If one does tell somebody about the bad dream then there could be the chance that some harm will come out of it.
Dreams from One’s Self
These dreams come from one’s thoughts and are neither from Allah nor Satan
Lying About Dreams
Prophet Muhammad (s.a.w) said, “Indeed the worst of lies is that of a person who falsely claims to have a dream.” (Bukhari) also ‘Whoever claims to have a dream that he did not have, will be ordered
to tie two barley grains together, which he will never be able to do; and if somebody eavesdrop on some people’s conversation which they didn’t want him to hear or they tried to keep away from him, then molten lead will be poured into his ears on the Day of Resurrection; and whosoever makes a picture (of a being with a soul) will be punished on the Day of Resurrection and (will) be ordered to put a soul in it, which he will not be able to do.” (Bukhari)
