Sleeping Etiquettes for Kids š
- ebraheem al khaleel
- Jul 26, 2024
- 2 min read
Hey there, little stars! š Are you ready to learn how to sleep like a superstar? āØ Tonight, we're diving into the wonderful world of Islamic sleeping etiquettes. Let's make bedtime magical with these easy and fun steps! šš¤
1. Clean and Comfy! ššļø
Before hopping into bed, make sure youāre squeaky clean! š§¼ Take a quick shower or do wudu (ablution). Cleanliness is super important in Islam. Plus, a clean you means better sleep! šāØ
Learn how to perform wudu!
2. Wear Your PJās š§øš
Put on your coziest pajamas. Did you know the Prophet Muhammad (ļ·ŗ) encouraged wearing nice, clean clothes to bed? Itās like dressing up for a night full of sweet dreams! š¤š
3. Dua Time! šš
Recite the bedtime dua before you close your eyes:
"Bismika Allahumma amutu wa ahya." (In Your name, O Allah, I live and die.)
This simple prayer keeps you safe and sound all night long! š¤āØ
4. Sleep on Your Right Side šā”ļø
Try to sleep on your right side. Itās a sunnah, which means itās a tradition of our beloved Prophet Muhammad (ļ·ŗ). Plus, itās good for your tummy and helps you sleep better! šļøš“
Hadith: "When you go to bed, perform ablution as you do for prayer, then lie down on your right side and say: 'O Allah, I submit myself to You, and I entrust my affair to You, and I rely upon You, in hope and fear of You.'" (Sahih Bukhari)
5. Recite Surahs šš
Before you drift off to sleep, recite Surah Al-Fatihah, Surah Al-Ikhlas, Surah Al-Falaq, Surah An-Naas and Ayatul Kursi. These surahs protect you and bring blessings. š
Hadith: "When you go to your bed, recite Ayat-ul-Kursi (2:255), for then there will be a guard from Allah who will protect you all night long, and Satan will not be able to come near you until morning." (Sahih Bukhari)
6. Sweet Dreams with Dhikr šš«
Remember Allah with some dhikr (remembrance of Allah). Saying "SubhanAllah" (Glory be to Allah), "Alhamdulillah" (Praise be to Allah), and "Allahu Akbar" (Allah is the Greatest) helps you relax and feel peaceful. šøš
Learn more about dhikr!
7. Snuggle with a Smile šš
End your day with a smile and a grateful heart. Think about all the fun and blessings you had today. It makes falling asleep so much nicer! šš
There you have it, kiddos! Seven super fun and easy steps to make your bedtime special and blessed. Remember, following these etiquettes makes you happy and earns you lots of good deeds. šš So, let's all sleep like little angels tonight! šāØ
Sweet dreams and goodnight! šš¤
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