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Adab (respect and etiquette) is the secret to success and progress. The amount of progress that a person will make in his life is proportionate to the amount of adab that he possesses.
It is imperative for one to learn the aadaab (etiquettes) when dealing with people – especially one’s elders – in order for one to benefit from them and to ensure that one does not cause them any inconvenience at any time.
Our pious predecessors were perfect examples for us to emulate in order to inculcate adab in our lives.
The Taabi’een (rahimahumullah) remained in the company of the Sahaabah (radhiyallahu ‘anhum), benefiting from them and acquiring from them the true knowledge and spirit of Deen. They remained committed to their teachings for such a lengthy period until the colour of the sunnah had completely rubbed onto them and permeated their entire lives.
12. It is permissible for men and women to dye the hair. However, it is impermissible for men and women to use black dye. [1]
Hazrat Ibnu Abbaas (radhiyallahu ‘anhuma) reports that Hazrat Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) said, “A group will appear close to Qiyaamah who will dye their hair with black like the bellies of pigeons. They will not be blessed with the fragrance of Jannah (i.e. they will undergo punishment in Jahannum and will be deprived of Jannah for some period).” [2]
10. It is mustahab to oil the hair on the day of Jumuah. [1]
11. Shaving or plucking the eyebrows is not permissible. If a woman’s husband asks her to pluck or shape her eyebrows, then too it will not be permissible. The Hadith has cursed the one who plucks or shapes the eyebrows. However, if a few strands of the eyebrows are overgrown, then removing the overgrown hair to make it look normal is permissible. [2]
8. The pubic hair and the hair under the armpits should preferably be shaved once a week. It is better and more rewarding to remove the unwanted hair on the day of Jumu’ah. If this is not possible, then one can remove the hair every second or third week. However, it is makrooh-e-tahreemi (impermissible) to leave it for more than forty days. [1]
6. The beard should be lengthened up to one fist length. It is impermissible for one to shave the beard or trim it less than a fist length. [1]
Hazrat Abdullah bin Umar (radhiyallahu ‘anhuma) reports that Hazrat Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) said, “Oppose the mushrikeen (polytheists) by lengthening the beard and shortening the moustache.” On the occasion of hajj or umrah, Hazrat Abdullah bin Umar (radhiyallahu ‘anhuma) used to trim the hair of his beard that exceeded a fist length. [2]
4. The Hadith explains that the one who has hair should take care of it. Hence, if one is afraid that he will not be able to take care of his hair, then he may shave his head.
Hazrat Abu Hurairah (radhiyallahu ‘anhu) reports that Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) said, “The one who has hair should take care of it.” [1]
1. Keep the hair of the entire head the same length. It is impermissible to trim the hair in different lengths. Similarly, it is impermissible to shave a portion of the head and leave a portion unshaved. [1]
Hazrat Ibnu Umar (radhiyallahu ‘anhuma) reports that on one occasion, Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) saw a child whose head was partially shaved with a part left unshaved. Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) prohibited them (the family) from doing this and said, “Either shave all of it (the hair) or leave all of it (as normal, with all the hair an even length).” [2]
A believer’s entire life is governed by the laws and injunctions of Shari’ah. In every aspect of one’s life, whether relating to one’s domestic, social and economic dealings, or one’s ibaadaat, deeni rituals and acts of worship, one is commanded to follow the mubaarak sunnah of Hazrat Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam).
Similarly, in physical appearance, a believer is duty bound to emulate the way of Hazrat Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) and refrain from adopting the culture and ways of the kuffaar. In essence, every aspect of Islam is perfect and totally distinguished from all other religions.
29. Men are only allowed to wear rings made from silver. They are not allowed to wear rings made of any substance besides silver. When wearing a silver ring, they should ensure that the amount of silver does not exceed one mithqaal (4.374 g). Men are only allowed to wear one ring. The ring should be worn on the small finger. If the ring has a stone on it, then the stone of the ring should face inwards (i.e. it should be towards the palm). Apart from a silver ring, men are not allowed to wear any other jewellery (e.g. bracelets, chains, earrings, etc.). [1]
27. Keep your clothing in a neat and tidy manner by folding it or hanging it in a cupboard. Do not keep your clothing lying around in an untidy condition. Place dirty clothing in the place that is designated for such clothing e.g. in the laundry basket, etc.
Hazrat Sa’eed bin Musayyib (rahimahullah) is reported to have said, “Certainly Allah Ta‘ala is pure and He loves purity. Allah Ta‘ala is clean and loves cleanliness. Allah Ta‘ala is kind and loves kindness. Allah Ta‘ala is generous and loves generosity. Hence, keep the courtyards of your homes clean and do not resemble the Jews (in their untidiness).” [1]
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25. When removing your clothing, recite the following dua:
بِسْمِ اللهِ الَّذِيْ لَا إِلٰهَ إِلَّا هُوَ
In the name of Allah, besides whom there is no deity
Hazrat Anas (radhiyallahu ‘anhu) reports that Hazrat Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) said, “The veil between the eyes of the jinn and the private parts of a person is that at the time of removing his clothes, he recites the (abovementioned) dua. [1]
23. When you intend wearing any new clothing, then it is preferable for you to wear it for the first time on a Friday. [1]
Hazrat Anas (radhiyallahu ‘anhu) reports that when Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) intended to wear any new clothing, he would commence wearing it on the day of Jumu’ah. [2]
22. When wearing new clothing, recite the following duas:
Dua One:
اَلْحَمْدُ لِلّٰهِ الَّذِيْ كَسَانِيْ مَا أُوَارِيْ بِهِ عَوْرَتِيْ وَأَتَجَمَّلُ بِهِ فِيْ حَيَاتِيْ
All praise is due to Allah who has clothed me with such clothing through which I am able to conceal my private parts, and through which I am able to beautify myself in my life.
Hazrat Abu Umaamah (rahimahullah) reports that on one occasion, Hazrat Umar (radhiyallahu ‘anhu) wore a new garment and recited the abovementioned dua. He then gave his old garment in charity and said, “I heard Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) saying, ‘Whoever wears a new garment and recites the (abovementioned) dua, and then he takes his old garment and gives it in sadaqah, he will remain in the special protection, security and cover of Allah Ta‘ala while living and after passing away.’” [1]
19. When dressing, then commence wearing the clothing from the right side. [1]
Hazrat Abu Hurairah (radhiyallahu ‘anhu) reports that whenever Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) used to put on a kurta, he would commence wearing it from its right side (e.g. the right sleeve before the left sleeve, etc.). [2]