Discover the healthy and Sunnah way of bathing according to the Prophet Muhammad (SAW). Don't be deceived by false claims made in the name of the Prophet.
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Bathing is an essential activity for maintaining bodily cleanliness and health. But do you know the healthy and Sunnah way of bathing according to the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW)? Many people claim to know the Prophet's way of bathing, but is it truly accurate? Let's explore this further.
The Social Media Spread of Bathing Methods
Lately, there has been a viral post on social media claiming that the Prophet Muhammad's (SAW) way of bathing involves the following steps:
- 1. Start by pouring a pitcher of water on the feet.
- 2. Pour a pitcher of water on the shins.
- 3. Pour a pitcher of water on the thighs.
- 4. Pour a pitcher of water on the abdomen.
- 5. Pour a pitcher of water on the shoulders.
- 6. Rest briefly for 5-10 seconds.
The post also suggests that following this method of bathing will make you feel steam or a breeze rising from the top of your head, and it can prevent glass from cracking or blood vessels from bursting due to differences in body and water temperature. It claims that this bathing method is suitable for all ages, especially for those with diabetes, high blood pressure, cholesterol issues, and migraines.
However, is there any authentic hadith (teachings or sayings of the Prophet) supporting these claims? Without solid evidence, we should not attribute these methods to the Prophet Muhammad (SAW). While it's acceptable to practice this bathing method if it has proven medical benefits, we shouldn't consider it a Sunnah of the Prophet.
The Prophetic Way of Bathing
So, what is the genuine Sunnah way of bathing according to the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW)? Based on hadith narrated by Imam Bukhari and Muslim in the book of Bulughul Maram, the Prophet's way of bathing is as follows:
'Aisha (may Allah be pleased with her) reported: "When the Prophet (SAW) would perform a ritual bath due to sexual defilement, he would begin by washing his hands, then he would pour water with his right hand onto his left and wash his private parts. Then he would perform ablution, then he would take water and put his fingers to the roots of his hair. Then he would pour three handfuls of water over his head. Then he would wash the rest of his body and finally, he would wash his feet." (Narrated by Bukhari and Muslim)
From this hadith, we learn that the Prophet Muhammad's (SAW) way of bathing involves:
- 1. Washing the hands.
- 2. Washing the private parts.
- 3. Performing ablution.
- 4. Washing the hair and head.
- 5. Pouring water over the entire body.
- 6. Washing the feet.
This is the healthy and Sunnah way of bathing according to the Prophet Muhammad (SAW). By following this method, we not only cleanse ourselves from impurities but also emulate the noble example set by the Prophet (SAW).
Conclusion
Bathing is a vital activity for maintaining cleanliness and health. However, it's crucial to know the healthy and Sunnah way of bathing according to the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW). Don't easily believe in claims made in the name of the Prophet without authentic hadith evidence. Always seek the source and truth of the information you receive, especially when it relates to your religion.
If the above bathing method is medically beneficial, feel free to practice it, but refrain from considering it a definitive method prescribed by the Prophet without valid evidence.
May this article be informative and enrich your understanding. Amen.
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