PROPHETIC MEDICINE – SIWAAK
The Siwaak is a natural toothbrush, toothpaste and dental floss. It comes from the Arak which is a small tree that grows up to 3 meters high. Its leaves are small, thick and oval in shape and its smell resembles that of mustard.
It grows in hot climates such as Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Egypt and the other Equatorial countries. Its twigs are usually cut to a hand span in length and of medium thickness. When Siwaak twigs are not available, twigs from the olive tree or palm leaf stalks are used.
Some hadith relating the importance of the Siwaak: Narrated Anas: Allah’s Messenger peace and blessings be upon him said, “I have told you repeatedly to use the Siwak”. (The Prophet peace and blessings be upon him put emphasis on the use of the Siwak.) (Sahih al-Bukhari)
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