What is the Sunnah in drinking Zam-Zam water?
In the Sunnah, there are several recommended practices for drinking Zam-Zam water, which emphasizes its significance and the manner in which it should be consumed. One narration from Ibn Abbas details the correct etiquette: "I was sitting with Ibn Abbas when a man came and asked him, 'Where have you come from?' He said, 'From Zamzam.' The man said, 'Have you drunk from it as is appropriate?' Ibn Abbas replied, 'When you drink from Zamzam, face the Qiblah, mention the name of Allah, take three breaths, and breathe deeply from it. When you finish, praise Allah Almighty. The Messenger of Allah, peace be upon him, said, A sign that distinguishes us from the hypocrites is that they do not take deep breaths from Zamzam.'
Sunan Ibn Majah 26:180.
Additionally, it is narrated that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ stated, The water of Zamzam is for whatever it is drunk for
Sunan Ibn Majah 26:181. This indicates that Zam-Zam water can be consumed with the intention of seeking healing, knowledge, or other personal needs, reflecting its special status in Islamic tradition.
Moreover, it is recommended to drink Zam-Zam water in a state of purity and with the intention of supplication, as it is believed that the act of drinking from this blessed source can carry spiritual benefits.
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Sunan Ibn Majah 26:180
Sunan Ibn Majah · Book 26, Hadith 180 · Narrated by Ibn Abbas
I was sitting with Ibn Abbas when a man came and asked him, "Where have you come from?" He said, "From Zamzam." The man said, "Have you drunk from it as is appropriate?" Ibn Abbas replied, "When you drink from Zamzam, face the Qiblah, mention the name of Allah, take three breaths, and breathe deeply from it. When you finish, praise Allah Almighty. The Messenger of Allah, peace be upon him, said, 'A sign that distinguishes us from the hypocrites is that they do not take deep breaths from Zamzam.'"
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Sunan Ibn Majah 26:181
Sunan Ibn Majah · Book 26, Hadith 181 · Narrated by Jabir ibn Abdullah
The Messenger of Allah, peace be upon him, said, "The water of Zamzam is for whatever it is drunk for."
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