Authentic Hadith, Benefits & Sunnah Guidance –
Hijama, also known as cupping therapy, is a well-known practice in Islamic tradition and is often associated with Prophetic medicine. Authentic hadith mention hijama as a beneficial remedy, and many Muslims continue this Sunnah practice today. In this article, we will explore what Islam says about hijama, authentic hadith references, possible benefits, recommended times, and important guidelines every Muslim should know.
What is Hijama in Islam?
Authentic Hadith About Hijama
Benefits of Hijama in Islam
When is the Best Time to Perform Hijama?
Sunnah Days for Hijama
Can Women Do Hijama
Is Hijama Allowed While Fasting?
Important Islamic Guidance for Hijama
Modern Medical Perspective on Cupping Therapy
Final Thoughts
“Indeed in cupping (hijama) there is a cure.”
(Saheeh Muslim 5706)
“Whoever performs cupping (hijama) on the 17th, 19th or 21st day (of the Islamic, lunar month) then it is a cure for every disease.”
(Saheeh Sunan abi Dawud 3861)
“Whoever revives a Sunnah from my Sunnah and the people practise it, he/she will have the same reward of those who practise it without their reward diminishing…”
(Sunan ibn Maajah 209)
“Indeed the best of remedies you have is cupping (hijama)…”
(Saheeh al-Bukhari 5371)
“If there was something excellent to be used as a remedy then it is cupping (hijama).”
(Saheeh Sunan abi Dawud 3857)
“I did not pass by an angel from the angels on the night journey except that they all said to me: Upon you is cupping (hijama), O Muhammad.”
(Saheeh Sunan ibn Maajah 3477)
“Oh Muhammad, order your Ummah (nation) with cupping (hijama).”
(Saheeh Sunan Tirmidhee 3479)
“Whoever wants to perform cupping (hijama) then let him search for the 17th, 19th and 21st day (of the Islamic, lunar month) and let none of you allow his blood to rage (boil) such that it kills him.”
(Saheeh Sunan ibn Maajah 3486)
“When the weather becomes extremely hot, seek aid in cupping (hijama). Do not allow your blood to rage (boil) such that it kills you.” (Reported by Hakim in his ‘Mustadrak’ and he authenticated it and Imam ad-Dhahabi agreed 4/212)
“Healing is in three things: in the incision of the cupper, in drinking honey, and in cauterizing with fire, but I forbid my Ummah (nation) from cauterization (branding with fire).”
(Saheeh al-Bukhari 5681, Saheeh Sunan ibn Maajah 3491)
“Cupping (hijama) on an empty stomach* is best. In it is a cure and a blessing…”
(Saheeh Sunan ibn Maajah 3487)
Whenever someone would complain of a headache to the Messenger of Allah (saw), he would advise them to perform cupping (hijama).”
(Saheeh Sunan abi Dawud 3858)
MAY ALLAH SUBHANA WA TAALA GUIDE US TO FOLLOW THE PROPHET’S PEACE BE UPON HIM SAYINGS AND THIS IS INDEED THE WAY THAT WILL LEAD US TO PROSPERY… Aameen…
