Part 62

5. 'Ud (Indian Aloe Tree)

The Indian ‘Ud comes in two types. One type is used for medicinal purposes, which is called Al-Kust and some people called it Al-Qust. We will mention this type under the letter Qaf’ The second type of 'Ud is called Aluwwah, ace wood, which is used as perfume.

Imam Muslim narrated in his Sahih. that Ibn "Umar used to bum dry aloe wood along with some Kafur (camphor), and states that the Messenger of Allah used to do the same. In addition, the Messenger of Allah has described the bounties that the people of Paradise will be enjoying, such as having the aloe wood.

The 'Ud is hot and dry in the third degree, opens the clogs and does away with gas. In addition, 'Ud dries unnecessary moisture while strengthening the intestines and brings relief and comfort to the heart. 'Ud In addition helps the mind, sharpens the senses, constipates and helps relieve the enuresis, bed wetting that result from coldness of the prostate.

Ibn Samjun said, "There are several kinds of 'Ud, and they all carry the general name of Aluwwah. 'Ud is used in and out of the body and is burned alone or with

other substances. There is a medicinal significance when the 'Ud is mixed with Kafur (camphor), as each of them makes the other milder. In addition, burning the 'Ud helps cleanse the air, which is one of the six necessary elements for the body's well-being."

It was reported that the 'Ados /lentils) was described as the lust of the Jews that they preferred over Manna and quails.

The 'Ados is the companion cf garlic and onions. It is cold and dry and has two opposing effects, one that constipates and one that works as a laxative. The skin of the 'Ados is hot and dry in the third degree and In addition works as a laxative. The benefit in the lentils is concentrated in the peelings, and this is why whole lentils are more beneficial than ground lentils, less heavy on the stomach and less harmful.

Lentils cause black bile and harm the melancholy profoundly, along with having a negative effect on the nerves and the eyesight.

"Adas produces thick biood; and those who suffer from black bile should avoid eating it, for when they eat lentils excessively, the lentils will beget obsession, leprosy, quartran fever (a fever that occurs on every

fourth day), and other ailments. However, eating lentils with chard and large amounts of grease will lessen their negative side effects. In addition, one should avoid eating lentils with sweets, because lentils could cause clogs in the liver in this case. Further, eating 'Ados on a regular basis causes harm to the eyesight because they are very dry. Lentils In addition cause urine retention, cold swellings and excessive flatulence. The best type of 'Ados is the fat, white 'Ados that digests faster.

Some ignorant people claimed that Prophet Ibrahim used to cook lentils for his guests. However, the Qura'an mentioned that he hosted his guests with a fat roasted calf.

The Letter Ghayn 1. Gbayth (Rain)

The Ghaith is mentioned in the Qura'an in many instances. The word Ghaith is soft on the ear and delightful for the body and the soul. The ears like to hear the word Ghaith, while the hearts enjoy its falling.

Rainwater is the best type of water there is and the softest, most beneficial and most blessed. This is especially the case when the rainfall is accompanied by lightning and thunder and is then collected in mountainous areas.

Rainwater is lighter than the other types of water because it is fresh and did not remain on the ground for a long time, in which case it would acquire some of the earth's dryness and hard substances. This is why rainwater gets spoiled quickly because it is pure and light.

There are two opinions regarding which is softer and lighter: rainwater that falls in the spring or winter.

Those who prefer winter rainwater say that in winter, the sun's heat is less and it thus evaporates the softest parts of the seawater. In addition, the air then would be clean and void of dust, and consequently, would not be polluted. Hence, rainwater will not dissolve any pollutants while falling, and this is why rainwater is the softest and the lightest.

Those who prefer spring rainwater say that the hot sun then evaporates heavy substances in the air and mkes the air itself lighter and cleaner. In this case, rainvater will be the lightest and the softest, at a time wher the plants, the trees and the air become ready to receave rainfall.

Ash-Shafey narrated + that Anas bin Malik :aid, "Once, we were with the Prophet sg when the rain fell. The Prophet b removed his outer garment (until therain fell on him) saying:

"It has just come from its Lord."

We mentioned the Prophet's guidance in invoking Allah for rain and stated that he used to seek the blessings {that Allah endows] in the rain when it falls.

The Letter Foo 1. Fatihah 4/-Kitab (the First Chapter in the Quran)

Fatihah is the mother of the Qura'an, the seven frequently recited Versus that the Prophet ste was given and the ultimate cure and beneficial remedy that contains the prefect Rugian, Islamic prayer formula. The Fatihah is the key to acquiring the richness, success and strength. The Fatihah In addition removes sadness, depression, anguish and fear. Only those who appreciate the value of the Fatihah and give it its due consideration, reciting it as it should be recited and knowing the secret of its value as a medicine and as a cure, will acquire such bounties.

One of the Companions unveiled a few of the secrets of the Fatihah when he used it as a Ruqyah for scorpion stings. The affected person was instantly cured and the Prophet sn asked the Companion:

"How did you know it is a cure?"

They are successful ones who uncover some of the

secrets of the Fatihah and what it contains of Zawhid, knowing Allah and His Names, Attributes, Actions and Decisions. Those who acquire knowledge of what the Fot/hoh contains “f affirming the religion, Predestination, Resurrection, Allah's Oneness in worship and in Lordship and trusting and depending on He Who owns all affairs, the praise and all pure things and to Whom everything must return. Those who acquire the habit of showing meekness to Allah seeking correct guidance which is the basis of the ultimate happiness in this and the Next Life. Those who acquire knowledge in the connection between the meanings contained in the Fatihah and acquiring the good and fending off the harm of both lives. Those’ who understand that their ultimate weil-being and receiving the perfect Favor of Allah are all linked to implementing these meanings. It is they who will be able to substitute the Fatihah in place of many medicines and use it as an Islamic prayer formula {Rugiah), and will use it to open the doors of goodness and drive away the elements of evil.

Understanding this subject requires a new nature, a new heart and a new type of Faith. By Allah! You will not find any evil statement, nor misguiding innovation, but the Fatihah will contain what nullifies and refutes it with the best, most correct and most direct manner. In addition, you will not find a door that leads to acquiring divine knowledge, correct guidance of the heart and the

~~—— The Prophetic Medicine

remedy of the soul against its ills, but that the Fatihah will possess its key and the method to best use it. Finally, you will not find a path on which those who seek the Lord of the Worlds are passing, but you will find the Fatihah in its beginning and end.

By Allah! The Fatihah is much more important than what we have emphasized. The slave who holds fast to the Fatihah, comprehends it in the proper manner, relies on it as a perfect remedy, a shield, immunity, and as a light of guidance. He understands its implications as they should be urderstood. It is he who will not fall into an innovation, or Shirk, or catch an ailment in the heart except briefly!

’ The Fatihah is the ultimate key for the treasures of the earth and Paradise, as well. But not every person knows how to use this key so as to have access to these treasures. If those who seek these treasures were able to uncover the secrets of this chapter [in the Qura'an] and acquire knowledge of its implications, they would add teeth to the key and would have easy access to these treasures.

We are certain of the statements that we have asserted herein because they are true. Allah has Perfect Wisdom in hiding the secrets [of Al-Fatihah'} from the hearts of the majority of humankind, just as He has a

perfect Wisdom in hiding the treasures of the earth from them.

The hidden treasures of the earth are surrounded by the devils that stand between humankind and these treasures. Only the good souls will be able to defeat these devils with True Faith, which is the weapon that the devils: cannot withstand. However, the majority of the souls of mankind are not of this type (are not truly faithful). Therefore, they cannot resist the evil or defeat them to acquire their possessions for, "Whoever kills a combatant will have his possessions."

2. Faghiyah (Henna Blossom)

Faghiyah, henna blossom, is one of the best kinds of perfumes, Faghiyah is mild in its hotness and dryness and constipates mildly. When Faghiyah is placed between folded wool clothes it protects them from mold and mites. In addition, Faghiyah is used in ointments against facial paralysis and aneurysm (dilatation of a portion of the wall of an artery), while its oil helps the organs and relaxes the nerves.

There is an authentic narration that states:

"The Messenger of Allah had a silver ring with

——— The Prophetic Medicine

a silver face. In addition, the grip of his sword was made from silver."

Unlike disallowing drinking in silver containers, there are no authentic narrations that disallow wearing silver. The category of containers for food and drink is more specific than the category of clothes and adornments. For instance, women are allowed to. wear all types of clothes and adornments, while there are specific containers for food and drink that are-not allowed to be used:(i.e., gold and silver containers). Therefore, the fact that Muslims are not allowed to use some types of containers does not necessarily apply to clothes and adornments [which are a wider category ‘aS we have stated]. In the Sunan it is narrated that the Prophet “e said: