THE SUNNATS OF MISWAAK
Salaat performed after using Miswaak is seventy times more virtuous than salaat performed without using Miswaak. (Hadeeth)
It is Sunnat to use Miswaak every time one performs wuzoo. (At- Targheeb wat Tarheeb)
The length of the Miswaak should not exceed a span (i.e. the length between the tip of the thumb to the tip of the little finger when the palm is fully stretched.)
Miswaak Quick View of Benefits: Advantages of the Miswaak:
1. Miswaak strengthens the gums and prevents tooth decay.
2. Miswaak assists in eliminating toothaches and prevents further increase of decay which has already set in.
3. Miswaak creates a fragrance in the mouth.
4. Miswaak is a cure for illness.
5. Miswaak eliminates bad odors and improves the sense of taste.
6. Miswaak sharpens the memory.
7. Miswaak is a cure for headaches.
8. Miswaak creates lustre (noor) on the face of the one who continually uses it.
9. Miswaak causes the teeth to glow.
10. Miswaak strengthens the eyesight.
11. Miswaak assists in digestion.
12. Miswaak clears the voice.
13. The greatest benefit of using miswaak is gaining the pleasure of Allah.
14. The reward of Salaah (Prayers) is multiplied 70 times if Miswaak was used before it.