What does Sunnah mean?
The way of the Prophet ﷺ: his sayings, actions and approvals. Also, a recommended act.
Sunnah explained
The Sunnah is the second source of Islam after the Quran, and the Quran commands obedience to the Messenger. In fiqh, a sunnah act is one that is rewarded when done and not sinful when left, such as the rawatib prayers or the siwak.
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Questions about Sunnah
What does Sunnah mean?
Sunnah (سُنَّة, Sunnah) means: The way of the Prophet ﷺ: his sayings, actions and approvals. Also, a recommended act.
How is Sunnah written and pronounced in Arabic?
It is written سُنَّة and pronounced Sunnah.
Where does Sunnah come from in the Quran or hadith?
The Sunnah is the second source of Islam after the Quran, and the Quran commands obedience to the Messenger. In fiqh, a sunnah act is one that is rewarded when done and not sinful when left, such as the rawatib prayers or the siwak. Source: Al-Hashr 59:7.
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