Healing with the Medicine of the Prophet (Peace Be Upon Him)

Prophetic medicine

Healing with the Medicine of the Prophet is the panacea for those in search of good health. It is a magnificent work that is a treasure every Muslim household. Although it was written by the author, Ibn Al-Qayyim, over six hundred and fifty years ago, it is extremely timely work for our generation in which health and natural health care products have become an important aspect of the lives of so many. The author presents the guidance of the Prophet in dealing with a variety of health issues, including treatment of poisoning and preventive remedies to keep the body fit. As the Qur'an and Sunnah are the main sources of Islamic lifestyle, it only stands for reason that they should likewise be referred to in the matters of health and fitness. This is the approach taken by Ibn Al-Qayyim as he presents Verses of the Qur’an and statements of the Prophet as his main reference in these issues of health and medicines. The final chapters of this work include an extremely beneficial glossary of remedies, herbs, foods and other natural substances that aid in the journey towards better health. Healing with the Medicine of the Prophet is an invaluable reference guide for the Muslims of every land and every generation. May God bestow His mercy and blessings upon the author, Ibn Al-Qayyim, for surely his work will be cherished throughout time.

Publishers Note: All Praises if for Allah, Lord of the universe. We praise Him, and seek his help, and his forgiveness, and we seek His protection from the accursed Satan. Whoever Allah guides will never be misguided, and whom He allows to be misguided will not be guided. I bear witness that there is no deity worthy of worship except Allah, who is One alone and has no partners. I bear witness that Muhammad is His Servant and Messenger. May the blessings of Allah be upon him and his family and his companions and the righteous who follow them until the Day of judgment. Throughout the history of mankind, man has been searching for those things which will heal his many ailments. The present book "At-Tib an Nabawee" Written by Sheikh Al-Islam Ibn Al-Qayyim Al-Jawziah (Healing with the Medicine of the Prophet) is presented to the readers in order to provide them with information, knowledge and wisdom in dealing with their many ailments brought about by their libertine life style devoid of faith and belief in their creator. Allah has clearly indicated to mankind that: “Indeed in the Messenger of Allah (Muhammad (SAW)) you have a good example to follow for him who hopes for Allah and the Last Days and remembers Allah much.” (33:21) Prophet Muhammad was sent as a guide, and mercy for all of mankind, and as such was given wisdom by Allah that benefits man. Allah says: “O Mankind! There has come to you a good advice from your Lord, and a healing for that which is in your breasts, a guidance and mercy for the believer’s.” (10:57). The Prophets medicine is not restricted to spiritual healing, in fact it balances the healing of the soul and the physical man in order to prepare him for a better life in the Hereafter. We at Darussalam are pleased and we thank Allah for the opportunity he has given us to publish this authentic book about the medical treatment of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) who was a physician of the soul and the body. We would also like to thank brother Aqeel Walker for his tireless work in revising and editing the final draft of this project. We ask Allah to accept this work, forgive us for our mistakes and to make this book a valuable asset for the believers of truth.