Milk stands out as one of the most significant blessings bestowed by Almighty Allah upon mankind. Revered for its rich nutritional content, it has been acknowledged as a complete and nourishing diet. Both human and animal newborns rely solely on milk for sustenance during the initial months of their lives. This wholesome liquid serves as a foundation for growth and development.
Further more extraction can be availed by implementing the practice of the last Prophet of Allah, Hazrat Muhammad (Peace and Blessings of Allah Almighty be upon Him), with the Doodh Peene Ki Dua: it is that prayer which has specifically been meant for drinking milk.
Embracing this tradition is in line with religious teachings of Islam and provides a spiritual means of connecting to the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (May the Peace and Blessings of Allah Almighty be upon Him). Therefore, while saying the Doodh Peene Ki Dua, one thanks the Lordship for the providence of milk and takes Allah’s blessings and guidance in this replenishing drink with the best of intentions.
Such practices infuse an additional spiritual dimension within the daily routine and make a person mindful of the blessings of Allah when consuming them. Doodh Peene Ki Dua presents an opportunity to contemplate the importance of milk as a gift from above and as part of a healthy and wholesome diet.
The Doodh Peene Ki Dua or the dua before drinking milk is based on an authentic Hadith, which is reported by Jami’ At-Tirmidhi and forms part of the six authentic collections of Hadith, the Saha-e-Sitta. Imam Tirmidhi has authenticated it.
It is in this Hadith that the Holy Prophet Muhammad – SAW – not only taught the prayer which one says for drinking milk but also informed about the excellence of milk. As according to him, there is nothing better than milk that fulfills both the needs for eating and drinking.
English Translation:
“O Allah! Add Barakah (abundance) in it (milk) for us and provide us with something even better.”
Benefits:
The Doodh Peene Ki Dua has the following benefits when recited:
Closer to Allah: Through this dua, one gets closer to Almighty Allah as one acknowledges a bounty from His side, asking for more from His abundance.
Performance of a Pious Act: Supplications, especially those from Prophet Muhammad (SAW), are all pious acts and fall in line with Islamic teachings.
Pleasing Allah: It is also a way of emulating the Sunnah of the Prophet – SAW – by supplicating with this dua and mentioning an action of the beloved Messenger, which was done to please Allah.
Increasing Benefit from Drinking Milk: This dua is a means of seeking Allah’s blessings and abundance in the milk that is being consumed, thereby adding a spiritual dimension to the act of nourishment.
Peace of Mind: The Holy Quran narrates that the remembrance of Allah provides rest to the heart. Drinking milk while performing this dua creates a consciousness of being in the state of remembrance, an act of tranquility.
In other words, reciting the Doodh Peene Ki Dua adds a spiritual dimension to the simple act of drinking milk, turning it into an act of thanksgiving and mindfulness consistent with Islamic values.
Yes, I can help out with that. It would seem that you have provided information on the importance of milk within the circles of Islam, as well as the dua recommended to be read before and after drinking milk. Here is a rewritten version:
In the Islamic religion, milk is considered a gift from Allah. Milk is a sign of plenty and sustenance. It is considered a wholesome drink and is associated with acts of worship and thankfulness. When drinking milk, a Muslim says a dua after drinking; it means he becomes thankful and asks for Allah’s blessings.
The dua to be recited while drinking milk is: “بِسْمِ اللهِ وَعَلَى بَرَكَةِ اللهِ” (Bismillahi wa ‘ala barakatillahi), which means “In the name of Allah and with the blessings of Allah.” At the end of drinking milk, one says praises such as “الْحَمْدُ للهِ” (Alhamdulillah – Praise be to God), and by the greatness of Allah, “اللهُ أَكْبَرُ” (Allahu Akbar – God is the greatest).
One can say, “بَارَكَ اللهُ فِيكَ” too, which means Barakallahu fiik – May Allah bless your food. It is a dua or supplication for Allah’s blessings upon the nourishment consumed.
Milk, in Islam, is considered not only for its physical benefits but also for spiritual purposes. The Prophet Muhammad attributed cow’s milk to the healing properties and also mentioned that it serves as food and medicine.
Recitation of dua
It is a supplication: “”اَللّٰهُمَّ بَارِكْ لَنَا فِيهِ وَزِدْنَا مِنْهُ” after drinking milk, which simply meant that Allah blessed him with it and gave him more of it.
The act is serving as an all-purpose act in achieving closeness to Allah, doing something virtuous, and being thankful for the given sustenance. It leads to the practice of Islamic Sunnah related to being conscious, thankful, and asking for Allah’s blessings in every activity.
It is also necessary to be aware of the merits of milk and derive its benefits with a conscious sense of gratitude while consuming it as a valuable gift from Allah.
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