I asked 'Ā'ishah, saying: What did the Prophet (may Allah's peace and blessings be upon hi…
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Hadith text: I asked 'Ā'ishah, saying: What did the Prophet (may All…
Explanation of the hadith: I asked 'Ā'ishah, saying: What did the Prophet (may All…
It was from the practice of the Prophet (may Allah's peace and blessings be upon him) to start with the Siwāk upon entering his house, whether at night or during the day.
Lessons: I asked 'Ā'ishah, saying: What did the Prophet (may All…
- It is generally permissible to use the Siwāk at all times, but this is even more confirmed on the occasions recommended by the Legislator, including the following: upon entering the house, when praying, when performing ablution, after waking up from sleep, and when having a foul breath.
- Showing how keen the Tābi‘is were to ask about the Prophet's states and the ways he adopted to follow his example.
- Learning knowledge from those who are qualified and who know more knowledge, as here ‘Ā’ishah (may Allah be pleased with her) was asked about the state of the Prophet (may Allah's peace and blessings be upon him) upon entering the house.
- It shows how the Prophet (may Allah's peace and blessings be upon him) treated his family kindly as he used to clean his mouth upon entering.
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Jurisprudence of Acts of Worship
· Purification
· Jurisprudence and Juristic Principles
· Natural Cleanliness Practices
بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم
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