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Practical Prophetic Habits

Daily Sunnah

45 authentic sunnahs from the daily life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ — simple habits you can start practicing today, with hadith references.

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Morning RoutineEating & DrinkingGreeting & SocialEntering & Leaving HomeSleep RoutineAppearance & HygieneGenerosity & KindnessTravel & Journey

الروتين الصباحي

Morning Routine

How the Prophet started his day

Using Miswak Upon Waking

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ would clean his teeth with a miswak (tooth stick) whenever he woke up. This was one of his most consistent habits.

لَوْلَا أَنْ أَشُقَّ عَلَى أُمَّتِي لَأَمَرْتُهُمْ بِالسِّوَاكِ عِنْدَ كُلِّ صَلَاةٍ

Lawlâ an ashuQQa 'alâ ummatee la-amaRtuhum bi-as-siwâki 'inda kulli Salâh.

“Were it not that I would burden my ummah, I would have commanded them to use the miswak before every prayer.”

Try today: Use a miswak or brush your teeth first thing when you wake up. Keep one by your bedside as a reminder.

Bukhari & Muslim

Dua Upon Waking Up

Easy

The first words the Prophet ﷺ said upon waking were words of gratitude to Allah for restoring his life after sleep.

الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَحْيَانَا بَعْدَمَا أَمَاتَنَا وَإِلَيْهِ النُّشُورُ

Al-Hamdu lillâhil-ladhee aHyânâ ba'damâ amâtanâ wa ilayhinnushooR.

“All praise is due to Allah, who gave us life after causing us to die, and to Him is the resurrection.”

Try today: Set a small note on your bedside table with this dua. Say it the moment you open your eyes, before reaching for your phone.

Bukhari

Praying Fajr on Time

Medium

The Prophet ﷺ never missed Fajr prayer and considered it the most important start to the day. He said it carries more reward than the entire world.

رَكْعَتَا الْفَجْرِ خَيْرٌ مِنَ الدُّنْيَا وَمَا فِيهَا

Rak'atâl-fajri khayRun minad-dunyâ wa mâ feehâ.

“The two rak'ahs of Fajr are better than the world and everything in it.”

Try today: Set your alarm for Fajr time. Start by waking up even 5 minutes before Fajr and build the habit gradually.

Muslim

Praying Sunnah of Fajr at Home

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ was very keen on praying the two Sunnah rak'ahs of Fajr at home before going to the mosque. He never left them, even while traveling.

رَكْعَتَا الْفَجْرِ خَيْرٌ مِنَ الدُّنْيَا وَمَا فِيهَا

Rak'atâl-fajri khayRun minad-dunyâ wa mâ feehâ.

“The two rak'ahs before Fajr are better than the world and all it contains.”

Try today: Pray 2 light rak'ahs at home before the Fajr obligatory prayer. Recite short surahs like Al-Kafirun and Al-Ikhlas.

Muslim

Sitting in Dhikr Until Sunrise

Dedicated

After Fajr, the Prophet ﷺ would sit in his prayer place remembering Allah until the sun had risen, then pray two rak'ahs (Ishraq).

مَنْ صَلَّى الْفَجْرَ فِي جَمَاعَةٍ ثُمَّ قَعَدَ يَذْكُرُ اللَّهَ حَتَّى تَطْلُعَ الشَّمْسُ ثُمَّ صَلَّى رَكْعَتَيْنِ كَانَتْ لَهُ كَأَجْرِ حَجَّةٍ وَعُمْرَةٍ تَامَّةٍ تَامَّةٍ تَامَّةٍ

Man Sallal-fajRa fee jamâ'atin thumma Qa'ada yadhkuRullâha Hattâ taTlu'ash-shamsu thumma Sallâ Rak'atayni kânat lahu ka-ajri Hajjatin wa 'umRatin tâmmatin tâmmatin tâmmah.

“Whoever prays Fajr in congregation, then sits remembering Allah until sunrise, then prays two rak'ahs — it is as if he performed a complete Hajj and Umrah.”

Try today: After Fajr, stay seated for 10-15 minutes doing dhikr (SubhanAllah, Alhamdulillah, Allahu Akbar). Then pray 2 rak'ahs after sunrise.

Tirmidhi

Praying Duha (Mid-Morning Prayer)

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ recommended praying Duha prayer, which is performed after the sun has fully risen until just before Dhuhr.

يُصْبِحُ عَلَى كُلِّ سُلَامَى مِنْ أَحَدِكُمْ صَدَقَةٌ... وَيُجْزِئُ مِنْ ذَلِكَ رَكْعَتَانِ يَرْكَعُهُمَا مِنَ الضُّحَى

YuSbiHu 'alâ kulli sulâmâ min aHadikum SadaQah... wa yujzi'u min dhâlika Rak'atâni yaRka'uhumâ minad-DuHâ.

“Every morning, charity is due on every joint of your body... and two rak'ahs of Duha prayer suffice for all of that.”

Try today: Pray 2-4 rak'ahs of Duha around mid-morning (about 30-45 minutes after sunrise). It takes only a few minutes.

Muslim

آداب الطعام والشراب

Eating & Drinking

The prophetic etiquette of nourishment

Saying Bismillah Before Eating

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ instructed us to mention the name of Allah before eating. If you forget at the beginning, say it when you remember.

إِذَا أَكَلَ أَحَدُكُمْ فَلْيَذْكُرِ اسْمَ اللَّهِ تَعَالَى، فَإِنْ نَسِيَ أَنْ يَذْكُرَ اسْمَ اللَّهِ تَعَالَى فِي أَوَّلِهِ فَلْيَقُلْ: بِسْمِ اللَّهِ أَوَّلَهُ وَآخِرَهُ

Idhâ akala aHadukum fal-yadhkurismallâhi ta'âlâ, fa-in nasiya an yadhkuRismallâhi ta'âlâ fee awwalihi fal-yaQul: Bismillâhi awwalahu wa âkhiRah.

“When any of you eats, let him mention the name of Allah. If he forgets to mention Allah at the beginning, let him say: "In the name of Allah, at its beginning and at its end."”

Try today: Simply say "Bismillah" before your first bite. If you forget, say "Bismillahi awwalahu wa akhirahu" when you remember.

Abu Dawud & Tirmidhi

Eating with the Right Hand

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ always ate and drank with his right hand and instructed others to do the same.

إِذَا أَكَلَ أَحَدُكُمْ فَلْيَأْكُلْ بِيَمِينِهِ، وَإِذَا شَرِبَ فَلْيَشْرَبْ بِيَمِينِهِ

Idhâ akala aHadukum fal-ya'kul bi-yameenihi, wa idhâ shariba fal-yashRab bi-yameenih.

“When any of you eats, let him eat with his right hand, and when he drinks, let him drink with his right hand.”

Try today: Be mindful at meals to use your right hand. If you are left-handed, try to at least start and finish with the right hand.

Muslim

Eating from What Is Nearest

Easy

When eating from a shared plate, the Prophet ﷺ taught us to eat from the portion closest to us, not from the middle or others' sides.

يَا غُلَامُ سَمِّ اللَّهَ وَكُلْ بِيَمِينِكَ وَكُلْ مِمَّا يَلِيكَ

Yâ ghulâmu sammillâha wa kul bi-yameenika wa kul mimmâ yaleek.

“O young man, mention the name of Allah, eat with your right hand, and eat from what is nearest to you.”

Try today: When sharing food, take from your side of the plate. This teaches respect and consideration for others at the table.

Bukhari & Muslim

Sitting While Drinking

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ discouraged drinking while standing and preferred to sit down when drinking water.

لَا يَشْرَبَنَّ أَحَدٌ مِنْكُمْ قَائِمًا

Lâ yashRabanna aHadun minkum Qâ'imâ.

“None of you should drink while standing.”

Try today: Before drinking water or any beverage, take a moment to sit down. It is also healthier for digestion.

Muslim

Drinking in Three Sips

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ would drink water in three separate breaths (sips), removing the vessel from his mouth between each sip.

كَانَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ ﷺ يَتَنَفَّسُ فِي الشَّرَابِ ثَلَاثًا

Kâna Rasoolullâhi Sallallâhu 'alayhi wa sallam yatanaffasu fish-shaRâbi thalâthâ.

“The Messenger of Allah ﷺ used to breathe three times while drinking (i.e., drink in three sips).”

Try today: Instead of gulping water all at once, drink in 3 separate sips, breathing between each. It is also better for hydration.

Bukhari & Muslim

Licking the Fingers After Eating

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ would lick his fingers after eating before wiping them, as the blessing (barakah) may be in any part of the food.

إِذَا أَكَلَ أَحَدُكُمْ فَلْيَلْعَقْ أَصَابِعَهُ فَإِنَّهُ لَا يَدْرِي فِي أَيِّهَا الْبَرَكَةُ

Idhâ akala aHadukum fal-yal'aQ aSâbi'ahu fa-innahu lâ yadree fee ayyihal-baRakah.

“When any of you eats, let him lick his fingers, for he does not know in which part of the food the blessing lies.”

Try today: After finishing your meal, lick your fingers before washing them. This also prevents food waste.

Muslim

Saying Alhamdulillah After Eating

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ always praised Allah after finishing a meal. This simple act can lead to the forgiveness of sins.

مَنْ أَكَلَ طَعَامًا فَقَالَ: الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَطْعَمَنِي هَذَا وَرَزَقَنِيهِ مِنْ غَيْرِ حَوْلٍ مِنِّي وَلَا قُوَّةٍ، غُفِرَ لَهُ مَا تَقَدَّمَ مِنْ ذَنْبِهِ

Man akala Ta'âman faQâla: al-Hamdu lillâhil-ladhee aT'amanee hâdhâ wa RazaQaneehi min ghayri Hawlin minnee wa lâ Quwwah, ghufira lahu mâ taQaddama min dhanbihi.

“Whoever eats food and then says: "Praise be to Allah who fed me this and provided it for me without any effort or power on my part" — his past sins will be forgiven.”

Try today: After every meal, say "Alhamdulillah." For extra reward, say the full dua mentioned in this hadith.

Abu Dawud & Tirmidhi

السلام والمعاملات

Greeting & Social

Building bonds through prophetic manners

Initiating the Salam

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ encouraged being the first to say "Assalamu Alaikum" when meeting someone. The one who initiates the greeting is closer to Allah.

أَوْلَى النَّاسِ بِاللَّهِ مَنْ بَدَأَهُمْ بِالسَّلَامِ

Awlan-nâsi billâhi man bada'ahum bi-as-salâm.

“The closest of people to Allah is the one who initiates the greeting of peace.”

Try today: Be the first to say "Assalamu Alaikum" when you meet someone — at work, at the store, or passing by neighbors.

Abu Dawud

Smiling When Meeting Others

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ was always cheerful and smiling when he met people. He considered a smile to be an act of charity.

تَبَسُّمُكَ فِي وَجْهِ أَخِيكَ لَكَ صَدَقَةٌ

Tabassumuka fee wajhi akheeka laka SadaQah.

“Your smile in the face of your brother is charity.”

Try today: Make a habit of smiling genuinely when you greet people. It costs nothing but brightens everyone's day.

Tirmidhi

Shaking Hands Upon Meeting

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ would shake hands with people when meeting them. He said sins fall away when two Muslims shake hands.

مَا مِنْ مُسْلِمَيْنِ يَلْتَقِيَانِ فَيَتَصَافَحَانِ إِلَّا غُفِرَ لَهُمَا قَبْلَ أَنْ يَفْتَرِقَا

Mâ min muslimayni yaltaQiyâni fa-yataSâfaHâni illâ ghufira lahumâ Qabla an yaftariQâ.

“No two Muslims meet and shake hands except that their sins are forgiven before they part.”

Try today: When greeting a fellow Muslim, offer a warm handshake along with the salam. It strengthens bonds and earns forgiveness.

Abu Dawud

Visiting the Sick

Medium

The Prophet ﷺ made visiting the sick a duty and said that the visitor walks through the gardens of Paradise.

مَا مِنْ مُسْلِمٍ يَعُودُ مُسْلِمًا غُدْوَةً إِلَّا صَلَّى عَلَيْهِ سَبْعُونَ أَلْفَ مَلَكٍ حَتَّى يُمْسِيَ

Mâ min mu'minin ya'oodu mu'minan illâ lam yazal fee khuRfatil-jannati Hattâ yaRji'.

“No Muslim visits a sick Muslim in the morning except that seventy thousand angels send blessings upon him until evening.”

Try today: When you hear someone is unwell, visit them or at least call to check on them. Keep the visit brief and make dua for their recovery.

Tirmidhi

Being Gentle in Speech

Medium

The Prophet ﷺ never spoke harshly or used vulgar language. He chose the best and kindest words in every situation.

إِنَّ اللَّهَ رَفِيقٌ يُحِبُّ الرِّفْقَ فِي الْأَمْرِ كُلِّهِ

Innallâha RafeeQun yuHibbur-rifQa fil-amri kullihi.

“Allah is Gentle and loves gentleness in all things.”

Try today: Before responding in anger or frustration, pause and choose softer words. The Prophet ﷺ was never rude, even to those who were rude to him.

Bukhari & Muslim

Responding to the Sneezer

Easy

When a Muslim sneezes and says "Alhamdulillah," it is a right upon the listener to respond with "Yarhamukallah" (may Allah have mercy on you).

إِذَا عَطَسَ أَحَدُكُمْ فَلْيَقُلِ: الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ، وَلْيَقُلْ لَهُ أَخُوهُ: يَرْحَمُكَ اللَّهُ

Idhâ 'aTasa aHadukum fal-yaQul: al-Hamdu lillâh, wal-yaQul lahu akhoohu: yaRHamukallâh.

“When one of you sneezes, let him say "Alhamdulillah," and let his brother say to him "Yarhamukallah" (may Allah have mercy on you).”

Try today: When someone near you sneezes and says Alhamdulillah, respond with "Yarhamukallah." They should then reply "Yahdikumullahu wa yuslihu balakum."

Bukhari

دخول البيت والخروج

Entering & Leaving Home

Bringing barakah into your household

Dua When Entering the Home

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ taught us to mention Allah's name when entering the house. This drives away Shaytan and brings barakah to the home.

إِذَا دَخَلَ الرَّجُلُ بَيْتَهُ فَذَكَرَ اللَّهَ تَعَالَى عِنْدَ دُخُولِهِ وَعِنْدَ طَعَامِهِ قَالَ الشَّيْطَانُ: لَا مَبِيتَ لَكُمْ وَلَا عَشَاءَ

Idhâ dakhalar-Rajulu baytahu fa-dhakaRallâha ta'âlâ 'inda dukhoolihi wa 'inda Ta'âmihi Qâlash-shayTânu: Lâ mabeeta lakum wa lâ 'ashâ'a.

“When a man enters his home and mentions Allah upon entering and upon eating, Shaytan says to his companions: "You have no place to sleep and no dinner tonight."”

Try today: Say "Bismillah" and the dua for entering the home every time you walk through the door. Put a small reminder near your entrance.

Muslim

Dua When Leaving the Home

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ would say a short dua when stepping out, placing trust in Allah for protection and guidance throughout the day.

بِسْمِ اللَّهِ تَوَكَّلْتُ عَلَى اللَّهِ وَلَا حَوْلَ وَلَا قُوَّةَ إِلَّا بِاللَّهِ

Bismillâhi tawakkaltu 'alallâhi wa lâ Hawla wa lâ Quwwata illâ billâh.

“In the name of Allah, I place my trust in Allah, and there is no power nor strength except with Allah.”

Try today: Say this dua as you leave for work, school, or errands. It takes 3 seconds and grants you protection and guidance.

Abu Dawud & Tirmidhi

Entering with the Right Foot

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ preferred starting with the right side in all good matters, including entering the home and the mosque.

كَانَ يُحِبُّ التَّيَمُّنَ فِي تَنَعُّلِهِ وَتَرَجُّلِهِ وَطُهُورِهِ وَفِي شَأْنِهِ كُلِّهِ

Kâna yuHibbut-tayammuna fee tana''ulihi wa taRajjulihi wa Tuhoorih, wa fee sha'nihi kullihi.

“He ﷺ used to prefer starting from the right in putting on shoes, combing his hair, performing ablution, and in all his affairs.”

Try today: When entering your home or mosque, step in with your right foot first. When leaving, step out with your left foot first.

Bukhari & Muslim

Greeting Family with Salam

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ would greet his family with salam upon entering the home, even if there was no one there. This brings blessings to the household.

إِذَا دَخَلْتَ عَلَى أَهْلِكَ فَسَلِّمْ يَكُنْ بَرَكَةً عَلَيْكَ وَعَلَى أَهْلِ بَيْتِكَ

Idhâ dakhalta 'alâ ahlika fasallim yakun baRakatan 'alayka wa 'alâ ahli baytik.

“When you enter upon your family, greet them with salam. It will be a blessing for you and for your household.”

Try today: Every time you walk in the door, call out "Assalamu Alaikum" to your family. Even if you live alone, say it — the angels respond.

Tirmidhi

Saying Dua When Entering the Mosque

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ taught specific supplications for entering and leaving the mosque, asking for Allah's mercy and blessings.

اللَّهُمَّ افْتَحْ لِي أَبْوَابَ رَحْمَتِكَ

Allâhummaf-taH lee abwâba RaHmatik.

“O Allah, open for me the gates of Your mercy.”

Try today: When entering the mosque, step in with your right foot and say this dua. When leaving, step out with your left foot and ask for Allah's bounty.

Muslim

آداب النوم

Sleep Routine

Rest the way the Prophet rested

Sleeping on the Right Side

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ would lie down on his right side when going to sleep. Modern science has confirmed this position aids digestion and heart health.

إِذَا أَتَيْتَ مَضْجَعَكَ فَتَوَضَّأْ وُضُوءَكَ لِلصَّلَاةِ ثُمَّ اضْطَجِعْ عَلَى شِقِّكَ الْأَيْمَنِ

Idhâ atayta maDja'aka fa-tawaDDa' wuDoo'aka liS-Salâh, thummaDTaji' 'alâ shiQQikal-ayman.

“When you go to bed, perform ablution as you would for prayer, then lie on your right side.”

Try today: When you get into bed, turn onto your right side. Place your right hand under your cheek as the Prophet ﷺ used to do.

Bukhari & Muslim

Dusting Off the Bed Three Times

Easy

Before lying down, the Prophet ﷺ would dust off his bed three times with the edge of his lower garment, as he did not know what may have come onto it.

إِذَا أَوَى أَحَدُكُمْ إِلَى فِرَاشِهِ فَلْيَنْفُضْ فِرَاشَهُ بِدَاخِلَةِ إِزَارِهِ فَإِنَّهُ لَا يَدْرِي مَا خَلَفَهُ عَلَيْهِ

Idhâ awâ aHadukum ilâ firâshihi fal-yanfuD firâshahu bi-dâkhilati izârihi fa-innahu lâ yadree mâ khalafahu 'alayhi.

“When any of you goes to bed, let him dust off his bed with the inside of his lower garment, for he does not know what has come onto it after him.”

Try today: Before getting into bed, brush off your sheets three times with your hand or garment. It is both a sunnah and good hygiene.

Bukhari & Muslim

Reciting the Three Quls Before Sleep

Easy

Every night before sleeping, the Prophet ﷺ would recite Surah Al-Ikhlas, Surah Al-Falaq, and Surah An-Nas, blow into his hands, and wipe them over his body.

كَانَ النَّبِيُّ ﷺ إِذَا أَوَى إِلَى فِرَاشِهِ كُلَّ لَيْلَةٍ جَمَعَ كَفَّيْهِ ثُمَّ نَفَثَ فِيهِمَا فَقَرَأَ فِيهِمَا: قُلْ هُوَ اللَّهُ أَحَدٌ وَقُلْ أَعُوذُ بِرَبِّ الْفَلَقِ وَقُلْ أَعُوذُ بِرَبِّ النَّاسِ ثُمَّ يَمْسَحُ بِهِمَا مَا اسْتَطَاعَ مِنْ جَسَدِهِ

Kâna Rasoolullâhi Sallallâhu 'alayhi wa sallam idhâ awâ ilâ firâshihi nafatha fee kaffayhi fa-QaRa'a feehimal-Qul Huwallâhu aHad, wa Qul a'oodhu bi-Rabbil-falaQ, wa Qul a'oodhu bi-Rabbin-Nâs.

“Every night when the Prophet ﷺ went to bed, he would cup his hands together, blow into them, recite Surah Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq, and An-Nas, then wipe his hands over as much of his body as he could.”

Try today: Cup your hands, recite the three Quls, blow lightly into your palms, then wipe over your head, face, and body. Repeat three times.

Bukhari

Sleeping in a State of Wudu

Medium

The Prophet ﷺ encouraged performing wudu before sleeping. The soul of the one who sleeps in wudu is taken to the Throne of Allah.

إِذَا أَتَيْتَ مَضْجَعَكَ فَتَوَضَّأْ وُضُوءَكَ لِلصَّلَاةِ

Idhâ atayta maDja'aka fa-tawaDDa' wuDoo'aka liS-Salâh.

“When you go to bed, perform ablution as you would for prayer.”

Try today: Before going to sleep, take a few minutes to make wudu. Even if you already have wudu, refreshing it before sleep is encouraged.

Bukhari & Muslim

Dua Before Sleeping

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ taught specific supplications to say before closing your eyes for the night, entrusting yourself to Allah's care.

بِاسْمِكَ اللَّهُمَّ أَمُوتُ وَأَحْيَا

Bismikallâhumma amootu wa aHyâ.

“In Your name, O Allah, I die and I live.”

Try today: After lying down on your right side, say "Bismika Allahumma amutu wa ahya." This is how the Prophet ﷺ would drift off to sleep.

Bukhari

النظافة والمظهر

Appearance & Hygiene

Cleanliness is half of faith

Trimming the Nails

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ listed trimming the nails among the acts of natural disposition (fitrah). He recommended keeping nails clean and short.

الْفِطْرَةُ خَمْسٌ: الْخِتَانُ وَالِاسْتِحْدَادُ وَتَقْلِيمُ الْأَظْفَارِ وَنَتْفُ الْإِبِطِ وَقَصُّ الشَّارِبِ

Al-fiTRatu khams: al-khitânu wal-istiHdâdu wa taQleemul-aZfâri wa natful-ibTi wa QaSSush-shârib.

“Five things are part of natural disposition (fitrah): circumcision, shaving the pubic hair, trimming the nails, plucking the armpit hair, and trimming the moustache.”

Try today: Trim your nails at least once a week, preferably on Friday. Keep a nail clipper handy and maintain cleanliness.

Bukhari & Muslim

Wearing White and Clean Clothes

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ loved white clothing and encouraged wearing it. He also emphasized wearing clean, neat clothes in general.

الْبَسُوا مِنْ ثِيَابِكُمُ الْبَيَاضَ فَإِنَّهَا مِنْ خَيْرِ ثِيَابِكُمْ

Ilbasoo min thiyâbikumul-bayâDa fa-innahâ min khayri thiyâbikum.

“Wear white garments, for they are among the best of your garments.”

Try today: Include white clothing in your wardrobe, especially for Friday and special occasions. Always ensure your clothes are clean and neat.

Abu Dawud & Tirmidhi

Applying Perfume (Fragrance)

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ loved good scent and would never refuse perfume when offered. He encouraged applying fragrance, especially on Fridays.

حُبِّبَ إِلَيَّ مِنَ الدُّنْيَا النِّسَاءُ وَالطِّيبُ وَجُعِلَتْ قُرَّةُ عَيْنِي فِي الصَّلَاةِ

Hubbiba ilayya minad-dunyân-nisâ'u waT-Teebu wa ju'ilat QuRRatu 'aynee fiS-Salâh.

“From your world, women and perfume have been made dear to me, and the coolness of my eyes is in prayer.”

Try today: Apply a light, pleasant fragrance (attar or oud) before going to the mosque or meeting people. Men should apply it daily; women only at home.

Nasai

Grooming the Hair

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ encouraged looking after one's hair and keeping it neat. He disapproved of unkempt and messy appearance.

مَنْ كَانَ لَهُ شَعَرٌ فَلْيُكْرِمْهُ

Man kâna lahu sha'Run fal-yukrimhu.

“Whoever has hair, let him honor it (by keeping it tidy).”

Try today: Comb your hair regularly, keep it clean and well-groomed. The Prophet ﷺ would oil his hair and comb it.

Abu Dawud

Keeping the Beard Neat

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ kept his beard and encouraged maintaining it. He would trim and groom it to keep it tidy.

أَعْفُوا اللِّحَى وَحُفُّوا الشَّوَارِبَ

A'fool-liHâ wa Huffoosh-shawârib.

“Let the beards grow and trim the moustaches.”

Try today: If you keep a beard, maintain it regularly by trimming, washing, and combing. Keep the moustache trimmed above the lip.

Bukhari & Muslim

Using the Miswak Regularly

Easy

Beyond just waking up, the Prophet ﷺ used the miswak frequently throughout the day — before prayer, when entering the home, and when the mouth changed.

السِّوَاكُ مَطْهَرَةٌ لِلْفَمِ مَرْضَاةٌ لِلرَّبِّ

As-siwâku maThaRatun lil-fami maRDâtun lir-Rabb.

“The miswak is a means of purifying the mouth and pleasing the Lord.”

Try today: Keep a miswak in your pocket or bag. Use it before each prayer, after meals, and whenever your mouth feels dry.

Nasai & Ahmad

الكرم والإحسان

Generosity & Kindness

The heart of the Prophet's character

Feeding the Hungry

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ considered feeding others one of the best acts in Islam and a means of entering Paradise.

أَطْعِمُوا الطَّعَامَ وَأَفْشُوا السَّلَامَ وَصِلُوا الْأَرْحَامَ وَصَلُّوا بِاللَّيْلِ وَالنَّاسُ نِيَامٌ تَدْخُلُوا الْجَنَّةَ بِسَلَامٍ

aT'imooT-Ta'âma wa afshoos-salâma wa Silool-aRHâma wa Salloo bil-layli wan-nâsu niyâm, tadkhulool-jannata bi-salâm.

“Feed others, spread the greeting of peace, maintain family ties, and pray at night while people are sleeping — you will enter Paradise in peace.”

Try today: Share your food with a neighbor, buy a meal for someone in need, or invite someone over for dinner this week.

Tirmidhi

Removing Harm from the Road

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ said that removing something harmful from a path is an act of charity and a branch of faith.

وَإِمَاطَتُكَ الْأَذَى وَالشَّوْكَ وَالْعَظْمَ عَنِ الطَّرِيقِ لَكَ صَدَقَةٌ

Wa imâTatukal-adhâ wash-shawka wal-'aZma 'anit-TareeQi laka SadaQah.

“Your removing of harm, thorns, and bones from the road is charity for you.”

Try today: When you see litter, a stone, or anything harmful on a walkway, pick it up. This small act is charity in the sight of Allah.

Tirmidhi

Being Kind to Animals

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ showed immense compassion toward animals and taught that mistreating them is a serious sin, while being kind to them brings reward.

فِي كُلِّ كَبِدٍ رَطْبَةٍ أَجْرٌ

Fee kulli kabidin RaTbatin ajR.

“In every living creature with a moist liver (i.e., every living being), there is reward (for being kind to it).”

Try today: Put out water for birds or stray cats near your home. If you see an animal in distress, help it or notify someone who can.

Bukhari & Muslim

Being Good to Neighbors

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ emphasized the rights of neighbors so much that the companions thought neighbors would receive a share of inheritance.

مَا زَالَ جِبْرِيلُ يُوصِينِي بِالْجَارِ حَتَّى ظَنَنْتُ أَنَّهُ سَيُوَرِّثُهُ

Mâ zâla Jibreelu yooSeenee bil-jâri Hattâ Zanantu annahu sayuwarrithuhu.

“Jibreel kept advising me about the neighbor until I thought he would make him an heir.”

Try today: Check on your neighbors regularly. Share a plate of food, offer help with groceries, or simply greet them warmly.

Bukhari & Muslim

Giving Charity (Even a Smile)

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ taught that charity is not limited to money. A kind word, a smile, and helping someone all count as charity.

كُلُّ مَعْرُوفٍ صَدَقَةٌ

Kullu ma'Roofin SadaQah.

“Every act of goodness is charity.”

Try today: Look for small opportunities to give today: a genuine compliment, holding the door, helping carry something, or giving a few coins to someone in need.

Bukhari & Muslim

آداب السفر

Travel & Journey

Seeking Allah's protection on every path

Dua Before Traveling

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ taught a comprehensive dua to recite when setting out on any journey, asking Allah for safety, ease, and righteousness.

اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَسْأَلُكَ فِي سَفَرِنَا هَذَا الْبِرَّ وَالتَّقْوَى وَمِنَ الْعَمَلِ مَا تَرْضَى

Allâhumma innâ nas'aluka fee safarinâ hâdhal-biRRa wat-taQwâ wa minal-'amali mâ taRDâ.

“O Allah, we ask You in this journey of ours for righteousness, taqwa, and deeds that please You.”

Try today: Before any trip — whether a long flight or a drive to the next city — recite the travel dua. Save it on your phone for easy access.

Muslim

Traveling in Groups

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ preferred traveling with companions and discouraged traveling alone, for companionship and safety.

الرَّاكِبُ شَيْطَانٌ وَالرَّاكِبَانِ شَيْطَانَانِ وَالثَّلَاثَةُ رَكْبٌ

Ar-Râkibu shayTânun war-Râkibâni shayTânâni wath-thalâthatu Rakb.

“A single rider is a devil, two riders are two devils, but three are a traveling party.”

Try today: When possible, travel with friends or family. If you must travel alone, keep someone informed of your route and stay in touch.

Abu Dawud & Tirmidhi

Saying Takbir on Ascending

Easy

When the Prophet ﷺ and his companions would climb a hill or ascend during travel, they would say "Allahu Akbar." When descending, they would say "SubhanAllah."

كُنَّا إِذَا صَعِدْنَا كَبَّرْنَا وَإِذَا نَزَلْنَا سَبَّحْنَا

Kunnâ idhâ Sa'idnâ kabbaRnâ wa idhâ nazalnâ sabbaHnâ.

“We used to say "Allahu Akbar" when ascending and "SubhanAllah" when descending.”

Try today: When driving uphill or climbing stairs during a trip, say "Allahu Akbar." When going downhill, say "SubhanAllah." A beautiful way to remember Allah throughout your journey.

Bukhari

Dua Upon Returning Home

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ would say a specific dua when returning from a journey, praising Allah for a safe return.

آيِبُونَ تَائِبُونَ عَابِدُونَ لِرَبِّنَا حَامِدُونَ

Âyiboona tâ'iboona 'âbidoona li-Rabbinâ Hâmidoon.

“We are returning, repenting, worshipping, and praising our Lord.”

Try today: When heading home after a trip, recite this dua. It closes your journey with gratitude and worship.

Bukhari & Muslim

Remembering Allah During the Journey

Easy

The Prophet ﷺ would fill his travel time with dhikr, dua, and reflection. He turned even ordinary travel into worship.

سُبْحَانَ الَّذِي سَخَّرَ لَنَا هَذَا وَمَا كُنَّا لَهُ مُقْرِنِينَ

SubHânal-ladhee sakhkhaRa lanâ hâdhâ wa mâ kunnâ lahu muQrineen.

“Glory be to Him who has subjected this (vehicle/animal) for us, and we could never have accomplished it by ourselves.”

Try today: When you get into your car or board a plane, recite this verse (Quran 43:13). Turn off distractions and spend part of your journey in dhikr.

Muslim

About the Sunnah

The Sunnah (Arabic: سُنَّة) refers to the way of life prescribed by Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) — his habits, actions, sayings, and silent approvals. It is the practical demonstration of how to live according to the Quran.

Why does it matter? The Quran commands believers to follow the Prophet ﷺ. Allah says: “Indeed, in the Messenger of Allah you have a beautiful example” (Quran 33:21). The Sunnah is not just religious ritual — it covers eating, sleeping, greeting, hygiene, kindness, and every aspect of daily life.

How to start: You don’t need to adopt every sunnah at once. Pick one or two that resonate with you — perhaps saying “Bismillah” before eating or sleeping on your right side — and practice them consistently. Small, consistent actions are the most beloved to Allah. The Prophet ﷺ said: “The most beloved deeds to Allah are those that are consistent, even if they are small.” (Bukhari & Muslim)

Every sunnah on this page is backed by authentic hadith references from Sahih Bukhari, Sahih Muslim, Abu Dawud, Tirmidhi, Nasai, and other reliable collections. We encourage you to learn the evidence behind each practice.

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