What Is Hijama?

Hijama is a traditional practice in which cups are placed on the skin to create suction. In wet cupping, a small amount of blood is drawn from the skin.

Many Muslims learn about Hijama as part of the Prophetic tradition and seek to understand what the Sunnah teaches about it.

Hijama in the Sunnah

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ spoke about cupping. Ibn Abbas (may Allah be pleased with him and his father) reported that the Prophet ﷺ said:

“Healing is in three things: a drink of honey, the cupping operation, and branding with fire, but I forbid my followers to use branding with fire.”

Source: Sahih al-Bukhari, Hadith 5680.

This authentic hadith mentions cupping among the means of healing known in the time of the Prophet ﷺ. It also reminds us of the importance of learning about Prophetic Medicine from reliable Islamic sources.

The Place of Hijama in Prophetic Medicine

Hijama is one of the practices mentioned in authentic hadiths. Muslims who study Prophetic Medicine can learn about its place in the Sunnah and the guidance passed down through the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

When discussing Hijama, it is important to distinguish between what is established in authentic narrations and claims that have no reliable evidence from the Qur’an or Sunnah.

Conclusion

Hijama has a place in the Prophetic tradition and is mentioned in authentic hadith. Learning about it through reliable Islamic sources helps Muslims understand its place in the history of Prophetic Medicine.

May Allah grant us beneficial knowledge and guide us to follow the authentic Sunnah.