sunnah
/ˈsʊnə/
noun
- The body of traditional Islamic teachings and practices based on the sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad, used as a guide for Muslim life.
- Following the sunnah is an important part of practicing Islam for many believers.
- The sunnah includes guidance on everything from eating to greeting others.
- Many Muslims study the sunnah to understand how to pray and behave in daily life.
- A specific practice or action that is recommended in Islam based on the example of the Prophet Muhammad, but not obligatory.
- He considers it a sunnah to say a short prayer before eating.
- Performing extra prayers at night is a sunnah that brings spiritual rewards.
- Brushing your teeth with a miswak is a sunnah that many Muslims try to follow.