Hijama, or wet cupping, is a practise that is quickly dying out, which is unfortunate because the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) highly recommended it and it still has a lot to offer in terms of health advantages.
The foundation of Islamic medicine is the belief that there is a remedy for every disease and that only Allah the Exalted can bring about healing.
Every ailment has a treatment, and with Allah the Exalted's permission, when the cure is used, the disease is cured. (Muslim recorded this.)
Islam places a lot of importance on health as it is a vital aspect of life.
The Prophet remarked, "There are two blessings which many people lose: (They are) Health and free time for doing good." This is according to Ibn 'Abbas. (Al-Bukhari Sahih 6412)
Do we prioritise living our lives or take the time to research the natural treatments the Prophet (saws) has to offer?
Unremembered Sunnah
An Islamic, all-natural, holistic healing method is hijama cupping therapy. Unfortunately, modern medicine and surgery have removed this "lost sunnah" from our priceless history. We must bring back and reinstate this custom from the time of the Prophet Muhammad. Muslims must be given the tools they need to become resilient, healthy, and strong. Just as we did during the heyday of Islamic knowledge, Muslims need to reassert themselves as pioneers in the realms of medicine and health.
The top ten things regarding hijab cupping therapy that you should know are as follows:
1. The use of hijama cups is Sunnah
Our beloved Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) underwent a number of profoundly important experiences during the Night Journey & Ascension (Laylatu'l-Isra' wa'l-Mir'aj). Along with the Angel Jibreel, he travelled from Makkah to Jerusalem on an eagle-winged horse (al-Buraq). The gift of five times daily prayer and the faith were given to him by Allah the Exalted, and he prayed alongside many other Messengers of Allah while ascending to the highest of the seven heavens.
Glory to Him Who sent His servant on a nighttime voyage from the holiest mosque to the furthest mosque, whose sanctuaries We blessed, so that We could show him some of Our signs, for He is the One Who hears and sees [all things].
In addition to these incredible marvels, Allah the Exalted gave the Angels the mandate to tell Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) to introduce hijama cupping therapy;
On the Night Journey, I didn't come across any angels, yet they all addressed me with "Upon you is cupping (hijama), O Muhammad."
Sunan Ibn Majah o3477; Sahih
2. "The Best of Drugs"
Along with the Quran, the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) considered hijama to be the best treatment.
"Cupping is the most useful treatment for human beings to cure themselves," he (peace and blessings be upon him) remarked. o5357 in Sahih al-Bukhari
3. Cupping therapy is practised in other cultures as well
Around the world, cupping therapy has been used for millennia. Around Egypt in 1550 BC, the first written medical text was discovered. Additionally, approximately 5,000 years ago, cupping was discovered in China, where it is still used today. The Roman Empire, the Islamic Empire, Europe, Russia, Central Asia, South Asia, and the United States all had widespread use for it. It was particularly well-liked in Europe during the Middle Ages, the 18th and 19th Centuries. It is currently most popular in China, Finland, Russia, and numerous nations with a majority of Muslims.
4. Hijama versus cup therapy
The name of the operation itself is cupping therapy. A cup with a vacuum inside is placed on the body. The muscles are drawn into the cup by the vacuum's negative pressure, which also draws blood to the cupped area. The term "dry cupping" refers to this. After making a few quick, shallow incisions in the same location, you take the cup off and replace it. This removes the body's toxic blood, acids, and extra fluids. Wet or blood cupping is what is used in this.But the religious and spiritual component of the activity is what makes hijama unique. The Islamic term for cupping therapy is "hijama." Muslims engage in hijama cupping therapy in conformity with the Prophet Muhammad's way of life. It implies that both the patient and the hijama practitioner should have performed their ablutions (wudu) and recite the Quran when donning the hijama.
5. Hijama Brings The Body Back To Normal
Hijama literally translates to "to suck" and "to return to a normal state" of internal harmony in Arabic. By reducing acidity, it finally aids the body in establishing a balanced, healthy alkaline environment. By returning the body to its healthy state, this resolves whatever issues it may have. A comprehensive, extremely potent detox known as hijama cupping therapy eliminates harmful and sluggish blood from your body. It removes harmful, negative components from the body and enables it to regenerate.
"The finest remedy is hijama cupping; it cleanses blood, lightens the back, and sharpens the eyesight," the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) remarked. (Al-Tirmidhi Sunan o3053)
6. The Medical Advantages Are Well-Researched
Hijama cupping is a fantastic kind of therapeutic and preventive medicine. Some of the benefits of cupping are listed below:
improves the immunological and circulatory systems
detoxifies and cleans the body
cures disease and calms the patient
pain reduction
Fertility
Numerous muscular, skeletal, neurological, immunological, cardio-vascular, respiratory, digestive, and urination problems can be helped by wearing a hijab.
Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) emphasised some of its advantages:
The Prophet of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) reportedly advised that hijama cupping is best when done on an empty stomach. It raises intelligence and enhances memory. The memory of the person memorising is improved. Sunan Ibn Majah o3488; Sahih.
7. It Has Emotional Effects As Well.
Islamic medicine is comprehensive and addresses the mind, body, and soul simultaneously. Hijama cupping therapy is a quick, less invasive surgical procedure. However, it also helps to resolve metaphysical, spiritual, emotional, and mental problems. It eases anxiety and despair and is highly calming. Ibn Al Qaiyum claims that the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) underwent Hijama on his head to dispel any evil magic that had been placed upon him;
The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) was cupped on his head when he was suffering from magic, and according to Ibn al-Qayyim (may Allah have compassion on him), this is among the greatest treatments for this.
8. Your Body Contains Sunnah Points
The heart, lungs, brain, and spine are primarily targeted by the traditional sunnah sites for hijama therapy, which are located on the upper back. All of these serve as important pillars of good health.
"Hijama cupping treats 72 diseases on the back of the neck" (Purchased from al-Tabarani)
Major arteries and veins are cleaned and made clear by wearing a hijab.
According to Anas, the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) used to have the upper back and side neck veins treated with hijama cupping. Al-Tirmidhi Sunan
9. The Right Moments To Do It Exist
Hijama cupping is a therapeutic and preventative treatment. If you are healthy, it is advised that you undergo a hijama detox and then wear them 2-4 times per year as a kind of maintenance. It might be carried out more frequently if you have major medical conditions. According to hadith, it is recommended to perform hijama during the "Sunnah Days":
There is a cure for every disease for those who practise hijama cupping on the 17th, 19th, and 21st days (of the Islamic lunar month). Sunan Ibn Majah o3861; Sahih.
10. A Special Status Apply To The Hijama Therapist
Imagine pursuing a career in a field that has been lauded by the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him);
"If there is anything excellent in the medications with which you treat yourselves, it is in the incision of the hijama therapist, or a drink of honey," the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) stated. (Islamic o2205)
We urge as many Muslims as possible to become proficient in wearing the hijab in order to:
combat the harmful effects of chemicals and pharmaceuticals for asthma
Treat illnesses that are not curable with current medical technology.
Make this therapy more widely accessible.
Have a career that is fulfilling and spiritually rewarding.
revive the hijab's fading sunnah.
