Category: Ramadan Reminders

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:

1. When Ayat-ul-Kursi is recited, Allah ﷻ will appoint

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DAY 21: THE TURBAN OF THE MESSENGER OF ALLAH ﷺ

Jabir bin Abdullah (may Allah be pleased with him) narrated that the Prophet ﷺ entered Makkah on the Day of Conquest wearing a black turban. [Sunan an-Nasa’i 5345| Book 48| Hadith 306]

In our case, regarding the wearing of turban, if it is meant to imitate the ones that we … Continue Reading