The Comprehensive Guide to Essential Sunnahs: A Path to Prophetic Lifestyle

1. Sunnahs of Personal Grooming & Attire

Islam promotes cleanliness, modesty, and dignity in personal appearance. The Prophet ﷺ was always well-groomed and presentable, and he encouraged his followers to do the same.

A. Wearing an Imamah (Turban)

The Prophet ﷺ said:

Wear the turban, for it increases wisdom.”
(Tabarani, 12118)

Benefits & Rewards:

  • Increases Salah reward by 25 times.
  • A sign of dignity and honor in Islam.

How to Wear It:

  • A cloth wrapped around a cap (taqiyah) is Sunnah.
  • The Prophet ﷺ sometimes let the end hang between his shoulders.

B. Keeping a Beard

The Prophet ﷺ commanded:

Trim the mustache and let the beard grow.”
(Sahih al-Bukhari, 5892)

How to Maintain It:

  • Let it grow to a fist-length (below this, trimming is Makruh).
  • Trim the mustache short but do not shave it completely.

Rewards:

  • Obedience to the Prophet ﷺ.
  • A means of differentiating from non-Muslims.

C. Applying Olive Oil (Zayt)

The Prophet ﷺ said:

Eat olive oil and apply it, for it is from a blessed tree.”
(Tirmidhi, 1851)

How to Apply Olive Oil:

  • Pour into the palm, apply to the eyebrows, below the lip, and on the hair.
  • Start with the right side, then the left side.
  • Apply before sleeping for nourishment and shine.

Benefits:

  • Strengthens hair and prevents baldness.
  • Enhances skin glow and prevents dryness.
  • Revives the Sunnah of the Prophet ﷺ.

D. Surma (Kohl) for the Eyes

The Prophet ﷺ said:

Apply Surma, as it strengthens the eyesight and grows eyelashes.”
(Ibn Majah, 3497)

How to Apply:

  • Apply before sleeping (three times in each eye).
  • Use pure Ithmid Surma, as recommended by the Prophet ﷺ.

Benefits:

  • Strengthens vision and cleanses the eyes.
  • A Sunnah practiced by all Prophets.

2. The Seven Sunnahs to Keep Near the Bedside

The Prophet ﷺ kept specific items near his bedside for personal use and spiritual benefits. These items can easily be incorporated into daily life.

A. Miswak (Tooth-stick)

The Prophet ﷺ said:

The Miswak cleanses the mouth and pleases the Lord.”
(Sunan an-Nasa’i, 5)

How to Use:

  • Use before Salah to multiply rewards by 70 times.
  • Use before sleeping for cleanliness and Sunnah practice.

B. Perfume (Attar)

The Prophet ﷺ said:

Among the things made beloved to me in this world is perfume.”
(Sunan an-Nasa’i, 5144)

How to Use:

  • Apply before Salah, before leaving home, and at gatherings.
  • Preferred without alcohol and with natural scents.

C. Mirror & Scissors

Dua when looking in a mirror:

O Allah, just as You have beautified my outer self, beautify my character.”
(Ibn Sunni, 603)

How to Use:

  • Keep a mirror to maintain personal hygiene.
  • Trim nails every Friday before Jumu’ah.

3. Essential Sunnahs in Salah & Daily Awrad

The Prophet ﷺ said:

Salah in congregation is twenty-seven times better than Salah performed alone.”
(Sahih al-Bukhari, 645)

After Salah: Tasbeeh & Dhikr

  • 33x SubhanAllah, 33x Alhamdulillah, 34x Allahu Akbar.
  • Recite Ayatul Kursi – Ensures protection from Shaytan.

Daily Dhikr & Awrad

  • 100x La ilaha illallah – Clears the heart of sins.
  • 100x Istighfar – Seeking forgiveness.
  • 100x Durood Sharif – Brings closeness to the Prophet ﷺ.
  • 100x SubhanAllahi wa bihamdihi, SubhanAllahil Azeem – Brings immense rewards.

Special Sunnahs in Worship

  • Tahajjud (8 Raka’ats) – The best Nafl prayer.
  • Salatul Tasbeeh – Erases past sins.
  • Sitting after Asr till Maghrib in silence & reflection.
  • Remaining in Wudu as much as possible.

The Prophet ﷺ said:

No one is regular in Salatul Tasbeeh except that his sins, past and future, are forgiven.” (Sunan Abu Dawood, 1297)

The Prophet ﷺ also said:

No one makes Wudu and prays two Rak’ahs sincerely, except that Paradise becomes obligatory for him.”
(Sunan an-Nasa’i, 1486)

4. The Sunnah of Muraqaba (Silent Meditation)

Muraqaba (silent reflection) is a powerful way to maintain spiritual focus.

Before Muraqaba, recite:

  • Bismillah (once).
  • Astaghfirullah (three times).
  • Durood (three times).

Steps in Muraqaba:

  • Imagine Allah’s name illuminating your heart.
  • Feel Allah’s presence.
  • Remain silent and in deep reflection.

The Prophet ﷺ said:

A moment of deep reflection is better than a thousand years of worship.”
(Bayhaqi, Shu’ab al-Iman, 6750)

5. Conclusion: Reviving the Sunnah in Our Daily Lives

By following these essential Sunnahs, we strengthen our faith, increase rewards, and draw closer to Allah.

Allah says:

Say (O Muhammad), If you love Allah, then follow me, and Allah will love you and forgive your sins.”
(Surah Aal-e-Imran 3:31)

May Allah grant us the ability to revive the Sunnah in our lives. Ameen.

This guide serves as a practical roadmap to incorporating the Prophetic way of life into your daily routine, ensuring spiritual growth, barakah, and closeness to Allah.

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