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***Jharna*** · #1 12-08-2005, 08:16 PM

TIBB-E-NABAWIY
medical cures prescribed by Nabi Muhammad (Salallaahu Alayhi Wasallam)
by Mawlana Ebrahim Adam, Cape

Allaahumma Yassir Walaa Tua-ssir Wa-tammim Bil-Khayr

This kitaab (book) is a collection of Hadith of Nabi (S.A.W.) wherein he prescribed medical cures for the body from the Qur'an and through Wahi (Revelation). This book is known as Thibinabiwi (cures prescribed by the Nabi (S.A.W.), and is a collection of cures recommended by the Nabi (S.A.W.) to the Sahabas (R.A.) for various illnesses. It is, the original version and is completely authentic.

All praise is due to ALLAH who provides us with food and drink and cures us when we fall ill. When He causes us to die He will resurrect us.

Peace and blessings on the Chosen One. Nabi Muhammad (S.A.W.) and His Family and His Companions.

Introduction

Man was created by ALLAH in order to worship Him for this, man requires a healthy body, so we must take care of our health. Good health is dependent on two things: (a) Du'aah; (b) medicines (dawa).

These require that certain habits or activities are either practised or left alone.

Many people believe that illnesses can only be cured by the use of medicines. To those who think in this way we would ask the following questions: "Do you believe that words have no effect on a person? If so, why do some people become angry if someone swears at them? Conversely, why do they feel pleasure when praised by someone else? If you accept both these things, you are admitting that words do have an influence on people."

Man has been created with a body and soul and our Nabi (S.A.W.) was sent as a mercy unto mankind. As ALLAH taught our Nabi (S.A.W.) cure for the Ruh (soul) of man so also did ALLAH reveal to the Nabi (S.A.W.) the treatment of the body, when it is sick. Thus ensuring that our Nabi (S.A.W.) is a mercy unto man in every field.

This book is remarkable because it reveals that the cures prescribed by the Nabi (S.A.W.) contain the basic secret of medical science, that is they are both remedial and preventative (also prevents from becoming sick).

We must remember also that these cures of the Nabi (S.A.W.) are associated with the Wahi (Revelation), thus they are from ALLAH, whereas modern medicines are based on trial and error. Therefore, the stronger our Yaqeen and Imaan (faith), the sooner we can be cured by these prescriptions. If we are to use our sense of reasoning then we will fail.

Usamah Bin Shareek (R.A.) reports hearing some Sahaba asking the Nabi (S.A.W.): "O Messenger of ALLAH! Is it not a sin for us to seek treatment for our illnesses in medicines?" The Nabi (S.A.W.) replied: "Seek your treatment by all means in medicines, O people of ALLAH! For with every sickness which ALLAH has created, he (ALLAH) has also produced its cure except for the sickness of death." (Hadith)

Summary

Thus cures rest on four (4) things:

(1) medicines; (2) dua (invocation); (3) by practising certain things; (4) by leaving out certain things.

Remember that these cures have all been prescribed by our Nabi (S.A.W.) and must be respected as such.
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***Jharna*** · #2 12-08-2005, 08:18 PM

TIBB-E-NABAWIY
medical cures prescribed by Nabi Muhammad (Salallaahu Alayhi Wasallam)
by Mawlana Ebrahim Adam, Cape
CURE 1 - 15

Nikah (marriage)

Preventative

Amongst the cures of the body the most important is Nikah. Ubadah Bin Samit (R.A.) narrates from the Nabi (S.A.W.): "...I got married myself, so he who turns away from my way, he is not of my Ummat." (Had. 1)

In a second Hadith the Nabi (S.A. W.) states Mahakal Bin Yasar (R.A.) narrates from the Nabi (S.A.W.): "Marry so that there may be affection, for I desire increase in MY Ummat." (Had. 2)

Abdullah Bin Masud (R.A.) narrates from the Nabi (S.A.W.): "0 YOU Young people! Those amongst you who can afford it get married for it is a protection for the eyes and a Cover for your private (parts) and those of you who cannot afford to get married, for you is the fasting, that is your safeguard." (Had. 3)

Commentary

Two cures have been given in (above) these sayings of the Nabi (S.A. W.): (1) Nikah and (2) fasting.

(i) Nikah protects the body from many skin diseases and from blood impurities which is the cause of many illnesses.

(ii) The Nabi (S.A.W.) has warned against excessive coitus, because it weakens the body. As a result, many sicknesses can enter the body because it is not strong enough to withstand them.

(iii) For those who cannot perform Nikah, such a person should stem his urge and desire by fasting according to the Sunnah of the Nabi (S.A.W) which is as follows. For the Nabi (S.A.W.) warned against excessive fasting also.

Sunnah fasting

(a) 2 days a week; (b) 3 days a month (preferably 13th, 14th and 15th or any other 3 days); (c) the whole month of Shabaan; (d) 6 days after Eid-ul-Fitr; (e) 2 days fasting of Muharram; (f) the first 9 days of Zil-Haj.

These are the recommended days of fasting.

Cure 2

When the bridegroom brings his bride home, he must hold her forelock (forehead) (in private) and he must say the following Du'ah:

"O ALLAH! I seek the good that is in her and the good that she brings with her and O ALLAH!, I seek protection from the bad which is in her and which she brings with her (background)."

Cure 3

When one intends to have coitus then he should say the following duah:

"In the name of ALLAH! O ALLAH! Protect me from the evil of Shaytaan and protect me from Shaytaan affecting my rizk."

Commentary

By this Du'ah Shaytaan keeps away and pious children are born.

Cure 4

To have coitus in the latter part of the night is not advisable.

The stomach is full and is against Adab to commit this act on a full stomach. It is also against Adab to face Qiblah.

Cure 5

It is necessary that the Partners cover themselves during coitus for the Nabi (S.AW.) has said: "Do not become naked like wild asses."

Commentary

Shameless children are born as a result of it. Hazrat Ali (R) reports a person came once to the Nabi (S.AW) complaining that he has no children. The Nabi (S.AW) advised him to eat eggs. On one occasion the Nabi (SAW) complained to Jibril (A.S) about his strength. Jibril (RA) replied that he should eat harisah for it has strength of 40 men. Harisah is a kind of thick soup made of crushed wheat, mixed with meat, butter, etc. (spices)

Cure 6

Our Nabi (S.A.W.) also recommended the dye obtained from ghenna leaf, explaining that it was very good for ferility (energy). Nabi (S.A.W.) taught that the removal of body hair increases a persons fertility (energy)

Preventative Cure 7

The Nabi (S.A.W.) said that during cohabitation there should not be much talking, otherwise the child would be born deaf and dumb.

Cure 8

The Nabi (S.A.W.) also taught that if a man cohabits with his wife after having a wet-dream, this will result in the child either born with a mental abrasion (mental sickness), or will be a miser and warned very strongly against this practise.

The man having a wet-dream must first have a bath before having coitus with his wife.

Cure 9

The Nabi (S.A.W.) taught not to cohabit whilst standing, for this weakens the body.

Cure 10

He taught not to cohabit on a full stomach otherwise the child would be born dull-headed or stupid.

Cure 11

Our Nabi (S.A.W.) advised Hazrat Ali (R.A.) to refrain from cohabiting in the middle of the month (Islamic month 13th, 14th, 15th). For during this period the Shaytaan will be present (at his strongest). He (Nabi (S.A.W.)) taught the Sahabas that they should wash themselves after cohabitation (coitus), otherwise they may contract a disease which would be difficult to cure. They should wash their privates, for this would give them strength; but should refrain from using cold water for fear of catching a fever.

Cure 12

The Nabi (S.A.W.) warned that during cohabitation, the man should not look at his wife's private parts, otherwise the child may be born blind.

Cure 13

If a woman has difficulty during childbirth, the following d'uah should be written on paper, wrapped in a white cloth and tied round her left thigh. It will ease the birth.

"Bismillaahi al-rahmaani al-raheem wa al*qat maa-fiehaa takhallat wa adhinat lirabbihaa wa huqqat ihyaan israayin

Cure 14

When the child is born, azan should be given in his right ear and Iqaamah in his left ear as a result of this, the child will not suffer from epilepsy (fits).

Cure 15

After the child is born, either of the parent (or relative), should chew some dates an place it in the mouth of the child and make duah for the child. As a result of this, the child will turn out to be a mild, humane and gentle person.

Note: In place of the dates anything sweet can be used.

***Jharna*** · #3 12-08-2005, 08:18 PM

TIBB-E-NABAWIY
medical cures prescribed by Nabi Muhammad (Salallaahu Alayhi Wasallam)
by Mawlana Ebrahim Adam, Cape

CURE 16 - 30

Cure 16

On the 7th day after the child is born, he/she should be given a good name, for the Nabi (S.A.W.) changed names - which had evil or bad meanings - into good ones. The child's head should be shaved and its equivalent weight given in the value of silver or gold. For a boy 2 sheep and a girl 1 sheep should be sacrificed (Aqeeqah).

The Nabi (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) informs us this will ensure that the child will remain in the care of Allah always.

Commentary

If a man embraces Islam, it can also be done, as it is Sunnah to do it on the 7th day.

Cure 17

If a person fears that his child may fall prey to evil*sight, then he should write (recite) the following doah, and put it round the neck of the child:

A'oodhu bikalimaatillaahit taammaati min kulli shaytaani gamma wa min kulli aynin lamma

Meaning: I seek thy protection (complete) with all thy attributes from all forms of evil of Shaytaan and from all kinds of evil sight (eyes).

This Du'ah the Nabi (S.A.W.) wrote on Hasan and Husayn (R). Nabi Ebrahim wrote it on Ismail and Ishaak.

Cure 18

The Nabi (S.A.W.) has warned against breastfeeding children by foolish women, because milk influences the child. Our Nabi (S.A.W.) has taught that by eating with the right hand, then Shaytaan has no chance to join you in eating the food. The Hadith is as follows by Abu Hurairah (R).

"Every person should eat with his right hand and hold his food with his right hand, because Shaytaan eats with his left hand, drinks with his left hand and holds his food with his left hand."

In another Hadith the Nabi (S.A.W.) says: "Take the name of Allah everytime you start to eat, for if you do not take Allah's name, that food becomes Halaal for Shaytaan.

Our Nabi (S.A.W.) has taught that we should start eating by first taking a pinch of salt. Our Nabi (S.A.W.) has told Hazrat Ali (R): "Start eating with salt and end off eating with salt, for salt carries the cure of 70 sicknesses. Amongst them all forms of insanity, as well as leprosy, brain sickness, toothache and stomach ache.

Salt is a cure for blackouts.

Cure 19

If a person eats with a sick person, then he should make this duah.

"Bismillahi sakantun billaahi watawakkaltu alayhi"

Meaning: With the name of ALLAH, depending and relying completely on Him.

A Person who reads this doah will he completely safe from contacting the disease.

When finished eating, he should recite this Du'ah: "Allaahumma baarik lahum feehi wa at-imna khayra minhum."

Meaning: "O ALLAH! Increase my Barkat and my Rizk.

Cure 20

In a Hadith the Nabi (S.A.W.) says: "Do not start eating from the centre, because barakat comes down there."

Commentary:

Certain forces to the right which is good and certain forces to the left which is evil. Science do know that there are somethings around us. If you want to capture good, do what is right when eating food. Malaa-ika is around and blesses food. When you recite Du'ah, it blocks the forces of evil.

The illness of us, there's no barakah, because we eat against Sunnah. These are not medical cures but it is a cure when loss of Barakah. This is always and can increase cause of loss. By studying these you will perhaps find out the cause of loss of barakah. Discuss with someone to find out if you are right.

Cure 21

The Nabi (S.A.W.) has warned not to eat whilst leaning against a cushion and also advised the washing of hands after eating. These two acts eliminates indigestion and creates barakah. Hadith: "I do not lean against a cushion when I eat, for it removes pride." In another Hadith the Nabi (S.A.W.) warned against standing and eating or riding and eating, saying that they create indigestion.

Cure 22

Hazrat Ali (R) informs us that the Nabi (S.A.W.) advised him, that if anybody has the need of Ghusl (bath) and he eats without gargling his mouth, such a person will be stricken with poverty. First Ghusl and then eat.

Cure 23

Jabir (Ibn Abdullah), reports from Nabi (S.A.W.): "A person who licks his fingers and the plate after eating, then the plate makes the following doah. "O ALLAH! Free this person from the fire as he has freed me from the hands of Shaytaan. The licking of the fingers removes Pride. By these 2 acts the mala-ikah also sends mercy on these persons over and over (constantly).

Cure 24

In a Hadith our Nabi (S.A.W.) informs us: "He who eats of the food which has fallen off the table, such a person's rizk will be increased." In another Hadith the Nabi (S.A.W.) states "If some food drops, pick it up, wipe it or wash it, then eat it, but do not leave it for Shaytaan." This cure removes pride and from a Hadith of Nabi (S.A.W.) we learn that these drops of food will be the mehr (dowry) for the Hoors of Jannah (women) and also thereby ALLAH removes all kinds of brain sicknesses, and even leprosy and will save his children from all kinds of diseases.

Cure 25

Our Nabi (S.A.W.) informs us: "Gather together when you eat, for by this forming groups, barakah will be increased." In another Hadith our Nabi (S.A-W.) informs us: "The food which Allah loves most is that in which a lot of hands are cast." And in another Hadith he says "To eat with your brothers is a shifaa (cure)." In another Hadith our Nabi (S.A.W.) says the worst amongst people is the one who eats alone, who hits his wife, and the person who masturbates.

Cure 26

The Nabi (S.A.W.) says: "To allow the food to grow cold before eating of it, for hot food has no barakah." Elsewhere we learn hot food weakens the stomach.

Cure 27

The Nabi (S.A.W.) says: "The best amongst food is that which has vinegar." The vinegar is not the vinegar we get today. The vinegar in the time of Nabi (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) pertains to a rich mixture of dates with certain sour citrus fruit, because it helps digestion. The Nabi (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) was very fond of vegetable food, saying that the Malaa-ikah visit that table which has greens (vegetables).

Cure 28

The Nabi (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) has taught that if a fly were to fall on the food or in the drink, then it normally falls with its one wing, then drop its other wing before removing it. For thus doing it, the effect of the poison is removed.

Cure 29

Before proceeding to eat food or drink, one should recite the following Du'aa:

"Bismillaahi khayrul asmaa. Bismillaahi rabbul ardh wa rabbus samaa"

Bismillaahil lladhiy laa yadhurr ma-a ismihii shay-in fil ardh walaa fis-samaa wa huwas sameeeul aleem

Cure 30

The Nabi (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) told Ayesha (Radhiallaahu Anhu): "Do not cut meat with a knife for this is the action of the foreigners, rather bite it with your teeth, for this saves." It has been prescribed that it is digestive if eaten this way. this proves that we should not eat with a knife and fork

***Jharna*** · #4 12-08-2005, 08:19 PM

TIBB-E-NABAWIY
medical cures prescribed by Nabi Muhammad (Salallaahu Alayhi Wasallam)
by Mawlana Ebrahim Adam, Cape

CURE 31 - 45

Cure 31

Abdullah ibn Umar (Radhiallaahu Anhu) says, 'When the teeth are not clean the a person feels tired.' And Nabi (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) says, 'When the teeth are not clean, the Malaa-ikah are disturbed and put into difficulty.'

The Nabi (S.A.W.) explained: "Do not use unsuitable sticks for picking teeth. The sticks obtained from fruit trees are not suitable. Suitable sticks should be sour and bitter. Bad smelling of mouth causes malaa-ika to turn back.'

Cure 32

Hazrat Ayesha (R) relates from our Nabi (S.A.W.): "Blowing of food removes Barakah.

Cure 33

The Nabi (S.A.W.) states: "ALLAH did not create the stomach to be filled when there is a need to eat. Divide the stomach into three (3) parts: (1) food; (2) water; (3) air.

Benefits

(a) Food digest well. Thus aids well;
(b) strengthens memory;
(c) inspires and creates understanding;
(d) requires less sleep;
(e) breathes easily;
(f) can concentrate on Ibaadah.

Children will be good and obedient. The Nabi (S.A.W.) did not like belching and used to say: "Why do you eat too much."

A person who has always enough to eat fails to recognise the meaning of hunger, is listless (lazy) and has very little mercy for his fellow man. His outlook is very materialistic.

Cure 34

Abu Hurairah (R) reports from our Nabi (S.A.W.): "He who eats sand is helping to kill himself." And Hazrat Ayesha reports the Nabi (S.A.W.) as saying: "O Ayesha! Never eat sand because of 3 drawbacks- (1) you will always be ill; (2) it harms the stomach; (3) the skin turns yellow (leads to jaundice).

Cure 35

Abu Hurairah (R) reports: "The best amongst food is meat, both in this world and in the hereafter." Hazrat Ayesha (R) says: "O people! Take to eating meat. And eat it often for it heals the throat, clears the skin and keeps the stomach small" (prevent one becoming potbellied). Hazrat Ali (R) also says: "He who does not eat meat for 40 days, may have his throat affected." Abu Hurrairah (R) reports from our Nabi (S.A.W.): "The eating of meat brings much pleasure."

Cure 36

The Nabi (S.A.W.) once complained to ALLAH about feeling weak and was advised to eat meat cooked in milk.

Cure 37

The Nabi (S.A.W.) says: "The eating of figs prevents colic."

Commentary

Figs are useful as a laxative for it cleans the entire digestive system, it sweats bial and removes any obstruction in the liver or spleen. The Nabi (S.A.W.) also said that figs are good for piles and relieves pain of gout. Fresh figs prevents smelly mouth and helps hair growth.

Cure 38

The Nabi (S.A.W.) said: "O Ali! Eat olives and use its oil for mixing purposes, for Shaytaan does not approach a person who uses olive oil for a period of 40 days.

Commentary

Modern medicines accepts the medicinal uses of olives such as:

(a) helps digestion and also strengthens the digestive organs;
(b) provides health and energy;
(c) when rubbed it removes bodily aches and pains;
(d) gargle with olive, it strengthens the teeth;
(e) relieves pain of sting (bee, etc.);
(f) blackens hair
(g) removes stomach aches and cleans the bowel. If massaged on head, it relieves pain.

Cure 39

Anas Ibn Malik (R) reports from the Nabi (S.A.W.): "Eat your meal during the evening, O people! For by missing this meal you encourage old age."

Commentary

This pertains to those who regularly miss the evening meals.

Cure 40

Abu Bakr (R) reports: "Amongst the better dates is the Burnee date (kind of date), for it removes ailment of stomach and is harmless."

Commentary

The stomach is one of the most important organs of the body and has an important role to play, and it is therefore a Muslim's duty to keep his stomach in good order so that it can provide him with strength and energy needed, for that daily task.

Overeating and indiscriminate eating is not the solution, but selective eating of highly nutritious and protein rich food in respectful quantities is of great value and will provide the health necessary for a Muslim.

Cure 41

Ibn Abbas (R) reports that the Nabi (S.A.W.) was very fond of Ajwa dates and said that the Ajwa date is from Jannah, and contains a cure against poison."

Cure 42

The Nabi (S.A.W.) states: "O People! Make a habit of eating marrow (any pumpkin) for it strengthens the mind." Hazrat Ayesha,(R) reports the Nabi (S.A.W.) advising her: "O Ayesha! When you cook a meal, add marrow to it, for it strengthens a grieving heart."

Commentary

The heat of meat blends with the cold of marrow to form a balanced meal.

Cure 43

Hazrat Abbas (R) reports that the most favourite dish of the Nabi (S.A.W.) was sareed. This is a mixture of bread, broken and mixed up with curry and is beneficial for it strengthens the thinking process and helps digestion according to the Nabi (S.A.W.).

ALLAH desires all the other habits, eating, sleeping, walking, waking, Doahs. All this must be brought into our lives (amal our).

Cure 44

Abdullah Ibn Jaffar (R.A.) reports that he saw the Nabi (S.A.W.) eating cucumber with dates.

The Ulema comments it speeds digestions, clears the bowels, forms a balanced diet, provides energy and zest. Increases and enriches the blood, strengthens the functions of the kidneys, removes throat and skin infections and removes billiousness. Cucumber eaten alone also helps. If eaten with dates it balances it cool and hot.

Cure for itching and dryness 45

Ayesha (RA) reports that our Nabi (S.A.W.) was very fond of eating dates with sweetmelon. Ulema have de*scribed this diet to be very good as a neutraliser as well as for very good food, arid stomachs, dryness and itchingness, billiousness and also when a person is feeling melancholic and depressed. This diet also opens the bowels and clears the urinary tract and assists in removing any stone which may be lodged in the gallbladder.

***Jharna*** · #5 12-08-2005, 08:21 PM

TIBB-E-NABAWIY
medical cures prescribed by Nabi Muhammad (Salallaahu Alayhi Wasallam)
by Mawlana Ebrahim Adam, Cape

CURE 46 - 60

Cure for potency 46

Our Nabi (S.A.W.) was very fond of eating butter with dates. It has been described as giving a lot of vigour and strength to the body. It also helps to build the physique and to clear ones voice. If taken with honey (butter and dates) it removes pleurisy.

Cure for blood purification 47

In a Hadith our Nabi (S.A.W.) says: "Every pomegranate contain a drop from the water of Jannah." For this reason it has many cures-

(1) Purifies blood;
(2) invigorates and stimulates the body;
(3) cleans the stomach;
(4) removes obstructions in the digestive organs;
(5) stop diarrhoea (running stomach);
(6) improves digestion;
(7) strengthens the digestive organs;
(8) removes nervousness;
(9) clears the throat;
(10) clears the skin;
(11) neutralises acid in the stomach.

Note: No action or habit of our Nabi (S.A.W.) was ever without reason or wisdom. It therefore follows that for us to follow and practise all the actions and habits of our Nabi (S.A.W.), it will only make us more acceptable to ALLAH.

Cure for food purification 48

Muawiyah Bin Zad (R.A.) reports that our Nabi (S.A.W.) was fond of grapes. The reasons given as follows:

(1) It purifies blood;
(2) it gives vigour and health;
(3) strengthens kidneys;
(4) clears the bowels.

Cure for verility 49

Abdullah Bin Jaffar (R) reports that our Nabi (S.A.W.) said: "The best section of meat is the rump."

Reasons are it digests well and stimulates. Is also good for side pains and is also good for the heart.

Cure for sore eyes 50

Hazrat Ali (R) reports our Nabi (S.A.W.) as saying: "Mushroom is a good cure for the eyes."

Anas Ibn Malik (R.A.) reports the Nabi (S.A.W.) saying: "Jannah laughed and the mushroom came out and the earth laughed and its treasures came out."

There are three kinds of mushrooms:

(1) Black mushroom - this is poisonous.
(2) Whitetish and redish mushroom (pinkish) - this is also Not recommended.
(3) White mushroom - its extract is very good for the eyes. If applied for several days it removes the whiteness from the eyes (blindness). Its extract, however, is not useful for bloodshot eyes. Its extract is especially good for eyesore as a result of heat, but it is not good for eyesore because of cold.

Dried and ground mushroom stops diarrhoea and if a paste is made of mushroom with vinegar and placed over the navel of a person whose navel has shifted from a position resulting in severe pains, then the navel will come back into its place. If eaten regularly, then it prevents birth (birth control). It is very good for stomach aches and also arrests paralysis.

Cure for dust and dirt in eyes 51

For those who suffer from this problem they should read this verse 3 times and blow over the fingers, then rub the fingers over the eyes- Fa kashafna anka - ghie - aka - fabashroekal *youmah gardiedan.

Cure for weakness 52

Omie Marzan (R.A.) reports that the Nabi (S.A.W.) and Sayedina Ali (R.A.) once visited her. The Nabi (S.A.W.) plucked and ate from a bunch of dates, but when Ali (R.A.) wish to take, the Nabi (S.A.W.) said: "O Ali! Don't eat it, for you are weak."

She reports that she prepared a meal of beetroot for them and the Nabi (S.A.W.) said: "O Ali! this is very good for you."

Commentary

The reason for this Hazrat Ali (R.A.) eyes were very sore and dates increases it, whereas beetroot has no effect. It also teaches that abstention is Sunnah.

Beetroot is very good for digestion, it reduces phlem (spit). Helps to reduce palsy, also increases virility and strength.

Cure for sore eyes 53

Ummi Salma (R.A.) reports that the Nabi (S.A.W.) did not cohabit with any of his wives if their eyes were sore.

Cure for improving eyesight 54

Hazrat Ayesha (R.A.) reports that the Nabi (S.A.W.) favourite colour was green. In another Hadith, the Nabi (S.A.W.) says: "Seeing (looking at) and running towards green things, increases eyesight. In summer (itibu of Sunnah) recommended to wear green sunglasses (ulma).

Cure for bodily aches and pains 55

Abu Amama (R.A.) reports the Nabl (S.A.W.) as saying: "Decorate your tables with green things, for it chases away Shaytaan, when ALLAH's name is taken over it." Here the Nabi (S.A.W.) does not mean onions, garlic and leeks for he abhor anything which left an odour in the mouth. Rather it refers to greens such as peas, beans lentils, cabbage, etc. For they enrichen and purify the blood and improve digestion.

Cure for ferility 56

Ayesha (R.A.) reports that our Nabi (S.A.W.) was very fond of heast.

Commentary

Heast is a very tasty dish which is prepared from mixture of butter, dates and kerr (curran milk). It is a kind of pudding and is very good for strength.

Cure for strength 57

Ibn Abbas (R.A.) reports that our Nabi (S.A.W.) liked milk. Most of all liquids.

Commentary

Milk has been described for increasing stamina, removing dryness from the body. It helps digestion, is nutritious, improves texture of the skin, discharges waste of the body through urine (breaks down), improves brain and mind function, removes stresses and strains from the body. Milk, however, must be drunk in reasonable quantities, for too much milk could cause harm to some of the body function. Such as weakening the eyesight, weakening the joints of the body and also leads to fattening.

Cure for strength 58

Ayesha (R.A.) reports that the Nabi (S.A.W.) was very fond of honey. The Quran describes honey as a cure for all men. The Ulema comment that honey used in respectable amounts, can cure many of our human ill*nesses. It has been described by the learned as a mixture prepared by ALLAH. For mankind, for the benefit consisting of an extract of thousands of medicinal herbs. Honey is extremely good for increasing and improving the appetite, and invigorating manly potency. Honey reduces phlem and saliva (spit) and strengthens the function of the stomach at the same time. Cleaning and normalising the stomach. Removing acidity, it strengthens the function of the mind. It normalises body temperature. Honey taken with a little vinegar (mixed with it) removes melancholy, and a depressed disposition. Honey clears the bladder, facilitates urine discharge and clears the passage through to the anus. Honey restricts paralysis and is extremely efficient as an elixir (tonic). A teaspoon in the morning and evening, taken with doah.

Cure for stomach pain 59

Abu Hurairah (R.A.) reports that he was crying in the Mosque with severe stomach pains when the Nabi (S.A.W.) passed him and enquired: "Are you ill." "Yes", he replied and the Nabi (S.A.W.) said: "Get up and perform salaah for repetitive salaah is a cure (stomach ache).

Ayesha (R.A.) reports the Nabi (S.A.W.) saying: "Save your food to remembrance (zikr) of ALLAH and salaah. Otherwise your hearts will gather rust." This Hadith also refers to stomach ache wherein the Nabi (S.A.W.) remind us that zikr and salaah has countless side benefits, spiritual as well as medical, physical material.

Cure for body diseases 60

Anas Ibn Malik (R.A.) reports that Saad Ibn Maaz (R.A.) placed before the Nabi (S.A.W.) Sesamie seeds and dates. The Nabi (S.A.W.) partook of this fare and then blessed him. The Ulema comments that Sesamic seeds and dates form a balanced diet. Sesamie seed and dates are very good for the throat and voice as well.

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***Jharna*** · #6 12-08-2005, 08:22 PM

TIBB-E-NABAWIY
medical cures prescribed by Nabi Muhammad (Salallaahu Alayhi Wasallam)
by Mawlana Ebrahim Adam, Cape

CURE 61 - 75

Cure for fever 61

The Nabi (S.A.W.) says: "Fever is an influence of Jahannam so cool it down with water (ice)". In another Hadith the Nabi (S.A.W.) says: "When someone gets fever then pour cold water over him for 3 days before Fajr".

Imam Hambal (R.A.) reports that when our Nabi (S.A.W.) contracted fever, he would ask for a waterbag of water and sprinkle it over himself. Imam Tirmizi (R.A.) quotes a Hadith of Nabi (S.A.W.) in his book: "When any of you has a fever, and surely fever is a piece of Jahannam, then it is necessary to cool the fever off with cold water by sitting in a flowing stream (shower) before sunrise and say:

"Bismillaah, Allaahumma ashfiy abdaka wasadaqa rasooluka.�

Meaning

(In the name of ALLAH. O ALLAH! Cure thy slave and your messenger has spoken the truth) and dive into the water 3 times, for 3 successive days (each day). Then if you are well, it is good, otherwise continue with this cure for 5, 7 or 9 days. But do not exceed 9 days, for by the order of ALLAH you should recover by then."

The Ulema comments that this prescription of Nabi (S.A.W.) should be understood with the Arab people and climatic conditions of the region in which they live. Normally such fever arises from the intense heat of the desert. Thus they are of the opinion that it would not apply to fever arising from cold or from a virus or infection. Yet where one persists in using this cure as a remedy convinced in the truth of Nabi (S.A.W.) saying, then he would surely recover. For as the Quran is of no use to the person who doubts, so also the sayings of our Nabi (S.A.W.).

Cure for running stomach 62

Both Bukhari and Muslim reports the following Hadith of a person coming to the Nabi (S.A.W.) reporting that his brother had a running stomach. The Nabi (S.A.W.) told him: "Go and give him honey." After a while he returned and reported: "O Nabi (S.A.W.) it has increased (running stomach)." The Nabi (S.A.W.) said: �Give him honey again.� This transpired 3 times. Then the Nabi (S.A.W.) tells the truth and your brother�s stomach lies.� This person went back and gave him some honey and at last his brother recovered.

Commentary

Ulemas comments that to the Nabi (S.A.W.) was revealed this cure by ALLAH. Thus there could be no doubt to its correctness. There was an obstruction in his stomach which had to be removed and honey did this by a gradual process. Honey acts as a laxative, therefore, it should be taken in small quantities.

Cure for energy 63

Ibn Abbas reports that the Nabi (S.A.W.) said: goes "Cheese is a sickness and nuts are also sickness. But both goes into the stomach then it becomes clean."

Commentary

Ulema comments neither cheese and nuts should be taken alone. They should be taken together or some item of food which will balance it.

Cure for strength, energy and vitality 64

Abu Sa-eed reports that the Roman Emperor sent a present of a jar of ginger jam to the Nabi (S.A.W.). As a Present from the Nabi (S.A.W.), he gave each Sahabi (R) a little bit.

Commentary

From this action of our Nabi (S.A.W.) it is clear that the use of special extracts or compound or tonic for good health is permissible. Ginger in particular in ground form or as a preservative is very good for digestion. It creates hunger and gives energy and vitality. It also increases ones ability to think and remember.

Cure for a healthy body 65

Hazrat Ali (R) said that a person who wishes to protect his body and to guard it well from illnesses, it is necessary that he should eat in the morning and evenings. He should keep himself free from debts. He should refrain from walking barefoot and he should cohabit less.

Commentary

These two meals are essential and one good meal is prohibited. Debt is a health killer. Barefoot walking can cause injury and too much cohabiting weakens the person. In Arabia, barefoot walking was considered injurious due to hot sands.

Cure for stopping blood flow 67

It is recorded that the Nabi (S.A.W.) fell off the horse during the battle of Uhud and a nail from the helmet pressed his cheek as he fell. A Sahabi then bent over the Nabi (S.A.W.) and pulled the nail out with his teeth, but the nail was too deeply imbedded in the cheek of the Nabi (S.A.W.) that the Sahabi broke several teeth in the process.

Hazrat Ali (R) poured water while Hazrat Fatima (R) washed the wound, but the bleeding would not stop. Then on the instruction of the Nabi (S.A.W.) Fatima (R) burnt a piece of mat made of palm leaves and stuffed the ashes over the wound. This stopped the flow of blood immediately.

Cure for headaches (migrain) and for blood purification 68

It has been recorded that the Nabi (S.A.W.) allowed his blood to be let several times during his lifetime. Blood lettin

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