The Sunnah of Using Miswak – Purify Your Mouth
🕋 Daily Hadith:
“If it were not for the hardship on my Ummah, I would have commanded them to use the Miswak before every prayer.”
— Prophet Muhammad ﷺ (Bukhari & Muslim)
The Miswak — a simple natural tooth stick — held immense value in the life of our beloved Prophet ﷺ. It wasn’t just for hygiene; it was a spiritual act of purification and preparation before connecting with Allah in prayer.
🌿 A Forgotten Habit, Full of Reward
The Prophet ﷺ regularly used the miswak:
- Before Salah 🕌
- Upon waking up 🌄
- Before entering the home 🏠
- Before reading Qur’an 📖
Modern studies also confirm its antibacterial and dental health benefits — truly a prophetic practice ahead of its time.
💡 Today’s Sunnah Tip
Keep a miswak with you today — in your bag, car, or pocket. Use it at least once with the intention of reviving a Sunnah and pleasing Allah. Even if you’re used to modern toothbrushes, integrating the miswak earns a reward that goes beyond hygiene.
Simple. Natural. Rewarded. 🌱
