الطب الوقائي في السنة النبوية

Abstract

This research “The Preventive Medicine in Sunnah of the prophet” deals with the guidance of the prophet (peace be upon him) with regard to prevention of diseases, which weaken the human body. The research started by giving a background to the emergence of medical science reflected by the Sunnah of the prophet. Special attention is given to preventive medicine. The research discusses what was set out by the Prophet Mohammed concerning the environment and how to keep it healthy for mankind. Also it discusses the prophetic guidance that concerned with the safety of human body and its protection against diseases, by laying down the bases of quarantine, and the table etiquettes and other lawful and permissible acts experienced by the Muslim in his daily life. Also, the divine wisdom is evident in the prohibition of some drinks and foods that are harmful to the body because of the diseases they cause; besides the wisdom of the prohibition of sins that lead to fatal disease. Also the Prophetic guidance and teaching paid paramount attention to the welfare and well-being of the human soul seeking advancement and preference over other living creatures. The research aims to study the guidance of the prophet Mohammed peace be upon him, in prevention from diseases and for keeping man healthy. The research adopted the inductive and analytical method, through researching in Haddith books and references and mentioning of benefits and wisdoms selected from the sayings of the earlier and late scholars and mention the scientific miracles of Sunnah of the prophet Mohammed peace be upon him. Through its inductive and analytic methods, the study achieved its aim by stating the prophetic Sunnah has concerning with human health in which Sunnah surpassed the modern science dealing with sickness and the physical, spiritual and environmental health. In conclusion the research shows that the Sunnah teaching guarantees honorable life for the Muslim in all fields, and that sticking to the Sunnah teaching prevents hidden and apparent diseases. Beside showing the importance of exploring the scientific miracles of prophetic Sunnah in calling for Islam