I Tried Prophet Muhammad ﷺ Daily Routine

Summary

The video details an individual's journey of following the daily routine of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The narrator starts by performing morning rituals, including specific prayers and ablutions, and continues by adhering to the Prophet's practices throughout the day. These include offering regular prayers, engaging in charitable acts, maintaining physical fitness, and observing specific eating habits. The day concludes with nightly routines and prayers, emphasizing the spiritual and physical benefits of following the Prophet's example. The video aims to inspire viewers to integrate these practices into their own lives for overall well-being and spiritual growth.

Takeaways

• 📜 The speaker aims to follow and share the daily routine of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) for a day.
• 🌅 Upon waking, the Prophet would wipe off the effects of sleep, recite a specific Dua, and then head to the restroom.
• 🚪 In the restroom, he would enter with his left foot, recite a Dua seeking refuge from evil, perform ablution (Wudu), and exit with his right foot.
• 🙏 Before the Fajr prayer, the Prophet would perform the Tahajjud prayer, highlighting the special time for making Dua.
• 🕌 The Prophet emphasized the importance of performing prayers in the Masjid, particularly the Fajr prayer.
• 🍯 For breakfast, the Prophet loved eating dates and honey, and he followed specific etiquettes like eating with the right hand and drinking water in three sips.
• ☀️ During the day, the Prophet would perform the Duha prayer and engage in community and family activities, showing gratitude to Allah.
• 🏋️ The Prophet valued physical fitness, encouraging activities like archery and horseback riding, and highlighting the importance of maintaining a strong and healthy body.
• 🥋 The speaker integrates the Prophet’s teachings by engaging in physical activities such as gym workouts, kickboxing, and Jiu-Jitsu.
• 🌙 Before bedtime, the Prophet would perform Wudu, dust off the bed, recite specific verses, and make Dua for protection through the night.

Q & A

What is the first thing the Prophet Muhammad (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) did when he woke up?

The first thing the Prophet Muhammad (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) did when he woke up was wiping off the effects of sleep from his face and reciting a specific Dua thanking Allah for bringing him back to life.

What Dua did the Prophet Muhammad (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) recite upon waking up?

The Dua recited upon waking up is: 'Thank Allah for bringing us back to life after killing us and to Him we shall return.'

What is the significance of performing Wudu before prayers?

Performing Wudu is significant because it ensures that Muslims are clean when they stand before their Creator, embodying both good intentions and physical cleanliness.

What are the benefits of the Tahajjud prayer mentioned in the script?

The Tahajjud prayer, performed in the last third of the night, is a special time when miracles happen, and it is highly recommended for those in dire need of their Dua to be answered.

What are the Sunnah prayers and their significance according to the script?

The Sunnah prayers are additional prayers the Prophet (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) performed beyond the obligatory five daily prayers. They hold great rewards, including a promise of a house in Paradise for those who perform them regularly.

What foods did the Prophet Muhammad (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) prefer for breakfast?

The Prophet Muhammad (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) preferred honey and dates, particularly the Ajwa dates, for breakfast.

What are some of the etiquettes of eating and drinking mentioned in the script?

Some etiquettes include eating and drinking with the right hand, sitting down while eating, drinking water in three sips, licking one's fingers after eating, and reciting specific Duas before and after eating.

What activities did the Prophet Muhammad (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) engage in after the Dhuha prayer?

After the Dhuha prayer, the Prophet (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) would tend to his family matters, visit the sick, check on people, and perform good deeds.

How does the script link physical fitness to Islamic teachings?

The script emphasizes that physical fitness is important in Islam, quoting a Hadith that a strong believer is better and more lovable to Allah than a weak believer, and highlighting the Sahabas' emphasis on activities like archery, horseback riding, and wrestling.

What night-time routine did the Prophet Muhammad (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) follow before going to bed?

Before going to bed, the Prophet (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) would perform Wudu, dust off his bed, and recite specific verses for protection from Allah throughout the night.