ARABIC-THE PROPHETIC MANNERS REGARDING SLEEP AND WAKEFULNESS AND THEIR HEALTH IMPACTS (ANALYTICAL STUDY)

الآداب النبوية في النوم والاستيقاظ وآثارها الصحية (دراسة تحلیلیة)

Abstract

The life of Holy prophet has been role model throughout the history; its utmost importance cannot be denied. As a Muslim, we have to follow the Sunnah of holy prophet; it brings multiple benefits. All actions of the prophet have been reserved by Muhadditheen from his actions of worship to social activities and from economic to political actions. Eating, sleeping and walking manners are also described by Holy prophet Muhammad ﷺ. In this research, firstly, the meaning of Aadab (manners) has been defined. Secondly, the importance of sleeping for human beings has been highlighted. Moreover, sleeping etiquettes of the Prophet such as covering pots, putting out fires and closing doors before going to sleep; performing ablution before sleeping, shaking the bed before lying on it, and sleeping on the right side; not sleeping in certain times, in certain positions and private places have been presented. Additionally, advantages of those manners in terms of health have been analyzed.