Never Do These 4 Things in the Toilet – Prophet Muhammad ﷺ Warned Us!

Summary

In this video, the speaker discusses the four key practices that Islam strictly forbids in the bathroom or toilet, based on the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (s.a.w.). These include: entering with the left foot, reciting specific supplications before entering, avoiding reciting any songs or poetry, and always covering the body while bathing. The speaker emphasizes the importance of these actions to protect oneself from the harmful influence of evil jinn, as well as maintaining modesty and faith. The video serves as a reminder to follow the Sunnah for a safe and spiritually mindful experience in the bathroom.

Takeaways

• 😀 Always enter the bathroom with your left foot first and exit with your right foot.
• 😀 Before entering the bathroom, recite the prescribed supplication to protect yourself from evil jin and devils.
• 😀 It is forbidden to recite any surah, dua, song, or poetry inside the bathroom after entering.
• 😀 Do not wear or bring items inscribed with Quranic verses or Hadith writings into the bathroom, as it is considered sinful.
• 😀 When taking a bath, ensure you are properly covered to maintain modesty, which is a key aspect of faith.
• 😀 The supplication before entering the bathroom serves to blind the eyes of devils, protecting you from their harm.
• 😀 If you forget to recite the dua before entering, you can recite it silently in your mind, but not aloud.
• 😀 Filthy and impure places like bathrooms are considered dwellings for evil jin, so extra caution is necessary.
• 😀 The bathroom, even if used for bathing, is still considered a place of impurity due to its association with the toilet.
• 😀 Modesty should be maintained at all times, even when alone in the bathroom, as its loss can lead to a weakening of faith.

Q & A

What are the four things that Islam strictly forbids in the bathroom or toilet?

The four things Islam forbids in the bathroom are: 1) Entering with the right foot first, 2) Reciting songs, poetry, or any form of zikr (including duas) inside the bathroom, 3) Bathing without proper covering, 4) Failing to recite the prescribed supplication before entering.

Why is it important to recite the prescribed supplication before entering the bathroom?

Reciting the supplication before entering the bathroom helps protect the individual from the harm of male and female devils (jin), as it blinds their eyes and shields the person from their influence.

What happens if someone enters the bathroom with the right foot first?

Entering the bathroom with the right foot first is discouraged because it might allow jin (evil spirits) to affect the person. The correct practice is to enter with the left foot first.

What is the significance of the dua before entering the bathroom?

The dua is a prayer for protection from the evil of male and female devils. It invokes Allah's help to shield the individual from harm in a place that is considered impure and a dwelling spot for devils.

Why should Quranic verses or hadith writings be removed before entering the bathroom?

It is a sin to bring items containing Quranic verses or hadith writings into the bathroom because the bathroom is considered a place of impurity, and these sacred texts should be kept away from such places.

What is the proper way to enter the bathroom according to the sunnah?

According to the sunnah, one should enter the bathroom with the left foot first and recite the prescribed supplication before entering. The intention should be to seek Allah’s protection from evil spirits.

What is the reasoning behind entering the bathroom with the left foot first?

Entering with the left foot first is recommended because it is a method prescribed by Prophet Muhammad (saw) to avoid the presence or influence of devils, as the bathroom is a place where devils are commonly found.

What is the danger of bathing without proper covering?

Bathing without proper covering is dangerous because it removes a person's modesty, a key element of faith in Islam. This can weaken one’s character and faith, leading to potential moral and spiritual harm.

How does modesty relate to faith in Islam, especially in the context of the bathroom?

Modesty is a core aspect of faith in Islam. When a person loses their sense of modesty, they risk losing the light of their character and the fear of Allah in their heart, which can ultimately weaken their faith.

Why is the bathroom considered a place where devils (jin) reside?

The bathroom is considered a place where devils reside because it is a place of impurity and filth, and it is generally where bad smells and uncleanliness are found, making it a suitable environment for devils to dwell in according to Islamic teachings.