DAY 28: THE FOOD OF THE MESSENGER OF ALLAH ﷺ
The Prophet ﷺ advised us to maintain a moderate diet; eating too much or too little can cause health hazards. Islam has made many foods permissible. However, extravagance or consumption in excess is sinful and prohibited. It was not from the practice of our beloved Prophet ﷺ to eat to … Continue Reading
DAY 27: MANNERS OF THE PROPHET ﷺ WHILE DRINKING
Breathing in a vessel is prohibited. Prophet Muhammad ﷺ advised us to remove the drinking vessel from the mouth after each sip and then take a breath, before drinking some more. One must hold their breath when taking a sip.
According to Ibn al Qayyim (may Allah have mercy on him), … Continue Reading
DAY 26: THE FRUITS EATEN BY THE MESSENGER OF ALLAH ﷺ
The Prophet ﷺ consumed nutritious and healthy food. Living in the desert, the body demands to balance the external heat with the coolness of food. Fruits, a major source of nutrients, were enjoyed by our beloved Prophet ﷺ. Ibn al Qayyim (may Allah have mercy on him), in his … Continue Reading
DAY 25: THE NOBLE CHARACTER OF THE MESSENGER OF ALLAH ﷺ
Allah’s Messenger ﷺ was gentle, compassionate and kind. He ﷺ overlooked others’ faults and was always inclined to be courteous and benevolent. His ﷺ speech was never rude, abusive or offensive, and he always spoke politely and with respect. He ﷺ didn’t wish ill for anyone.
Despite being persecuted, … Continue Reading
DAY 24: THE HUMILITY OF THE MESSENGER OF ALLAH ﷺ
The Prophet ﷺ can be described as the epitome of humility and simplicity.
Despite leading the masses, he ﷺ never misused his power or took advantage of his position. He ﷺ did not seek personal gain from the message he conveyed, but lived by the principles he advocated. He ﷺ … Continue Reading
DAY 23: THE WORSHIP OF THE MESSENGER OF ALLAH ﷺ
Allah ﷻ is the most deserving of all praises, worship and thanks. He ﷻ has bestowed upon us a lot of favours in terms of both spiritual and worldly affairs. Allah ﷻ states in the Qur’an, “So remember Me; I will remember you. And be grateful to Me and do … Continue Reading
DAY 22: HOW THE MESSENGER OF ALLAH ﷺ SLEPT
Whenever the Prophet ﷺ went to sleep, he would say, “Allahumma bismika ahya wa amoot (Oh Allah, in Your name I live and die).” [Sahih al-Bukhari 7394]
The Prophet ﷺ recommended for a Muslim to recite certain verses before going to bed:
