Introduction
Daily Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is a complete guide to living a balanced, peaceful, and spiritually rewarding life. Incorporating Sunnah practices into your daily routine strengthens your relationship with Allah ﷻ, earns reward, and brings barakah (blessings) into your life. Here are practical Daily Sunnahs of the Prophet ﷺ you can begin following from today.
1. Waking Up with Gratitude
Sunnah: Say:
“Alhamdulillahilladhi ahyana ba’da ma amatana wa ilayhin-nushoor”
Translation: “All praise is for Allah who gave us life after causing us to die, and to Him is the resurrection.”
Benefit: Starting the day with remembrance increases mindfulness and gratitude.
2. Using the Miswak
Sunnah: Use a miswak (tooth-stick) or brush your teeth before every prayer and especially upon waking.
Benefit: It’s a Sunnah of cleanliness and spiritual preparation. The Prophet ﷺ said using the miswak is beloved to Allah and purifies the mouth.
3. Saying Bismillah Before Eating
Sunnah: Say “Bismillah” before eating and eat with your right hand.
Prophetic Tip: Eat from what is directly in front of you.
Benefit: This brings blessings (barakah) to your meal and protects you from Shaytan.
4. Making Du’a After Eating
Sunnah Du’a:
“Alhamdulillahil-ladhi at’amana wa saqana waja’alana minal-Muslimeen.”
Translation: “All praise is for Allah who fed us, gave us drink, and made us Muslims.”
Benefit: A simple act of gratitude earns great reward.
5. Praying Sunnah Prayers
- Before Fajr: 2 Sunnah rak’ahs (highly emphasized)
- Before and After Dhuhr: 2 + 2 Sunnah rak’ahs
- After Maghrib: 2 Sunnah
- After Isha: 2 Sunnah
Benefit: The Prophet ﷺ said whoever prays 12 Sunnah units daily will have a house built in Paradise (Sahih Muslim).
6. Giving Salām
Sunnah: Greet others with “As-salamu alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh”
Response: “Wa alaykum as-salam wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh”
Benefit: Spreads peace, earns reward, and increases brotherhood.
7. Smiling at Others
Sunnah: A simple smile is considered an act of charity.
Benefit: The Prophet ﷺ always maintained a cheerful countenance. Smiling can uplift others and earn you reward without any cost.
8. Entering and Exiting the Home
- Entering: Say “Bismillah”, give salām, and use your right foot.
- Exiting: Say:
“Bismillahi tawakkaltu ‘ala Allah, la hawla wa la quwwata illa billah.”
Translation: “In the name of Allah, I place my trust in Allah; there is no power or might except with Allah.”
Benefit: This invites angels into your home and keeps Shaytan out.
9. Saying Du’a Before Sleeping
Sunnah: Recite:
- Ayat al-Kursi (Surah Al-Baqarah, 2:255)
- Surah Ikhlas, Falaq, and Naas
- Du’a:
“Bismika Allahumma amootu wa ahya.”
Translation: “In Your name, O Allah, I die and I live.”
Benefit: Protects you through the night and ends your day with remembrance.
10. Making Dhikr After Salah
Sunnah Dhikr:
- SubhanAllah (33x)
- Alhamdulillah (33x)
- Allahu Akbar (34x)
Benefit: A powerful form of remembrance loved by the Prophet ﷺ and a means of attaining peace of heart.
Conclusion
Daily Sunnahs of the Prophet ﷺ Following the Sunnah isn’t just about acts of worship—it’s about embodying the character, habits, and mercy of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ in your everyday life. These small, consistent practices can bring immense barakah and closeness to Allah ﷻ.
Start with one or two today, and build from there. The best deeds in Islam are those that are consistent, even if small.