How to Drink Water According to Sunnah

Question

What is the sunnah way of drinking water? And is it permissible to drink water while standing?

Answer

Praise be to Allaah (SWT)

Narrated by Anas Ibn Malik (may Allaah be pleased with him) that the Messenger of Allaah (peace and blessings be upon him) forbade that a person should drink while standing.

Qatada reported: We said to him: What about eating? Thereupon he (Anas) said: That is even worse and more detestable (abominable).

[Sahih Muslim Book 023, No 5018]

How To Drink Water According To Sunnah

1. Drink water with your right hand.

2. Drink water by sitting.

3. Start drinking water with saying Bismillah

4. See the water before drinking.

5. Drink water in 3 Sips.

6. Remove utensil from your mouth after each sip.

7. After finishing each sip say Alhamdulillah.

8. After 3 sips of drinking water, say finally Alhamdulillahi Wasshukru lillaah.

Benefits Of Sunnah Of Drink Water By Sitting And With 3 Sips Of Drinking Water.

1. Kidneys never fail.

2. Knees are functional always.

3. Backbone is always strong.

4. Heart Valves never stop.

5. The mind is always active.

Allah Knows Best