Embrace the Siwaak for a Brighter Smile and Stronger Imaan! ๐ซ
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Imagine this, dear moms: what if you could boost your family’s dental health and at the same time, nurture their spiritual well-being? Yes, you heard it right! The solution is as simple and time-tested as the Siwaak. Let’s dive into this delightful tradition, embrace the Siwaak and bring it back into our lives and the lives of our little ones. ๐ฟ
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Why Embrace the Siwaak? A Brush with History ๐
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The Prophet Muhammad (salallaahu alayhi wasallam) strongly recommended the Siwaak. His teachings emphasize the importance of maintaining oral hygiene alongside spiritual purity. An inspiring quote from him that illustrates this says: โIf I had not found it hard for my followers, I would have ordered them to clean their teeth with Siwaak for every Salaat (prayer).โ
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Bringing this tradition back to our daily routine not only helps teach good hygiene habits but also helps us follow the sunnah of our Prophet (salallaahu alayhi wasallam). ๐
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The Science Behind Siwaak: Not Just an Old Wives’ Tale ๐งช
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Research shows that the natural fibres of the Siwaak stick contain essential oils, fluoride, silica, and other compounds that have antibacterial properties and can combat plaque. Not to mention, brushing with Siwaak is also a fantastic way to massage your gums. ๐ช
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Making Siwaak a Family Affair ๐
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Make brushing with Siwaak a family event. Start your day with Siwaak as a part of the morning routine, reminding your little ones of the hadith where the Prophet Muhammad (salallaahu alayhi wasallam) emphasized Siwaak’s importance. You could say, โWhenever the Prophet (salallaahu alayhi wasallam) got up at night, he used to clean his mouth with Siwaak.โ
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The Last Siwaak of the Prophet (salallaahu alayhi wasallam): A Tender Tale for Our Kids ๐
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Tell your children the touching story of Prophet Muhammad (salallaahu alayhi wasallam)’s last moments, where he used Siwaak.ย
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โAbdur-Rahmaan ibn Aboo Bakr entered upon the Prophet (salallaahu alayhi wasallam) while I saw supporting the Prophet (salallaahu alayhi wasallam) on my chest. Abdur-Rahmaan had a fresh Siwaak then and he was cleaning his teeth with it. Allaahโs Messenger (salallaahu alayhi wasallam) looked at it, so I took the Siwaak, cut it (chewed it with my teeth), shook it and made it soft (with water), and then gave it to the Prophet (salallaahu alayhi wasallam) who cleaned his teeth with it. I had never seen Allaahโs Messenger (salallaahu alayhi wasallam) cleaning his teeth in a better way than that moment. After finishing the brushing of his teeth, he lifted his hand or finger and said thrice, โO Allaah! Let me be with the highest companions,โ and then died.โย
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Such heart-warming stories can instil love for the Prophet (salallaahu alayhi wasallam) and his teachings in our young ones. ๐
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Final Thoughts: Brushing Up on Imaan ๐ธ
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As Muslim moms, we strive to guide our children towards the righteous path. The simple act of using the Siwaak provides a practical lesson in maintaining cleanliness and following the Sunnah, adding depth to their understanding of our beautiful faith. ๐คฒ
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Remember: “And whoso obeys Allaah and the Messenger (Muhammad), then they will be in the company of those on whom Allaah has bestowed His Grace, of the Prophets, the Siddiqoon, the martyrs, and the righteous. And how excellent these companions are!” (Sooratun Nisaa 4:69)
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Start using the Siwaak today. Let’s brighten our smiles and strengthen our Imaan together! ๐บ๐ท
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P.S: Always consult your dentist for professional advice on oral health.
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