Transforming Habits into Worship
In Islam, even mundane daily activities like eating can earn you immense reward if done according to the Sunnah (the way of the Prophet Muhammad, PBUH). This free tutorial covers the essential Hadiths regarding the etiquette of meals.
Starting with Bismillah
The Prophet (PBUH) instructed us to always start our meals by saying "Bismillah" (In the name of Allah). A Hadith mentions that if a person forgets to say it at the beginning, they should say "Bismillahi awwalahu wa akhirahu" (In the name of Allah, at its beginning and at its end) when they remember.
Eating with the Right Hand
It is a strict Prophetic instruction to eat and drink using the right hand. The Prophet (PBUH) explicitly commanded a young boy: "O boy! Mention the Name of Allah and eat with your right hand, and eat of the dish what is nearer to you." (Sahih Bukhari)
Not Criticizing Food
The Prophet (PBUH) never criticized any food presented to him. If he liked it, he ate it; if he disliked it, he simply left it without complaining. Practicing this etiquette fosters gratitude and prevents arrogance.
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