Cleanliness
The good behavior of individuals is the title of the progress of the nations and a real indicator of their preparation. Their progress is measured by the commitment of their children and their morals, values and good behavior. Hygiene is one of the most important good behaviors that have a direct impact on the lives of individuals. Benefits, the Almighty says: (And your clothes are pure) , As urged by our holy Messenger, what is the concept of personal hygiene and what is important to the individual? This is what this article will address.
The concept of personal hygiene
Hygienic hygiene is defined as a set of behaviors and practices that are consistent with human health and well-being, a concept related to medicine. Medical practices are used to reduce the incidence and spread of diseases, In most aspects of life.
Personal hygiene is defined as a set of behaviors and habits that a person performs in order to maintain his health, appearance and smell. Personal hygiene is the foundation of health and is an important factor that inspires respect for people and gives people a sense of vitality and activity.
The importance of personal hygiene
The interest and preservation of personal hygiene is of great importance, including:
- Personal hygiene protects the human body from many diseases, such as diarrhea, poisoning, scabies, pneumonia, eye and skin inflammation, lice, cholera and dysentery, and reduces the likelihood of spreading influenza. It also reduces the spread of germs, microbes, and diseases.
- Make the appearance of the individual fit and smell, which does not alienate people and does not hurt them, as it is the first impression of the individual and personality and a key attribute to be judged by them, which raises the value of respect for people and spread the love among them, and make others feel comfort while being with him.
- Personal hygiene gives the individual a sense of comfort and relaxation, and he feels refreshed especially in the summer.
- The personal cleanliness of the individual gives freedom of movement and movement and the proximity of people around him in a manner that does not bother them, unlike the individual who does not keep his cleanliness.
- The effects of attention on personal hygiene are reflected on the individual’s psychological health, protecting him from being depressed, tense, and giving him self-confidence.
- The ability of the individual to concentrate in the execution of the tasks entrusted to him increases and ends quickly and efficiently because he gives him vitality and vitality.
- Personal hygiene reduces the possibility of odor, which may cause embarrassment to the individual in cases of mixing with people in his community.
How to maintain personal hygiene
The human body is a place where germs and parasites can multiply to cause many diseases. Most of these places are exposed to the skin and inside and around the openings in the body, but the chances of breeding these germs and parasites are low in people who follow healthy habits of their personal hygiene. :
- Washing as daily as possible, when not possible, whether for lack of water or for certain conditions, such as going out on a camping trip, swimming or washing the body with wet sponge or wet cloth is sufficient. In general, you should wash at least 3 times a week.
- Clean the teeth continuously, at least once a day. It is recommended to wash your teeth after each meal to avoid the possibility of gum disease and decay. It is important to clean them after breakfast and before going to sleep.
- Wash the hair with proper hair cleaning fluid at least once a week.
- Take care to wear clean clothes and change them when they are dirty, especially underwear, and hang clothes after washing them in the sun to dry, because sunlight contributes to the killing of some germs and parasites.
- Take care to clean your hands before and after eating, after using the toilet, and during the exercise of normal daily activities such as play and work.
- Exhale the face away from others, cover the nose and mouth when sneezing or coughing, to prevent the spread of liquid spray that contains germs to people causing them infection.
The look of Islam for cleanliness
The prayer of Islam is for purity and care for cleanliness, and it is basically a foundation for it. Rather, it is a duty that must be followed, as it is a condition for the greatest acts of worship and the greatest obligation is prayer. Allaah has commanded his Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) : (وربك فكبر * and your clothes are pure) The cleanliness and purity of the noble ethics and customs in Islam, where the Prophet Muhammad – peace be upon him – purity of faith, he said: (Purity of faith)
Islam called on Muslims to take care of their personal purity and purity when performing prayer and in various situations, (O ye who believe! If you go to pray, wash your faces and your hands to the facilities and sweep your heads and legs to the ankles. If you are beside me, be clear, and if you are ill or on a journey, or if one of you comes from the feces or the women do not get water, then you will find good water. God will make you embarrassed but wants to purge you and you I am grateful to you that you may thank)
Islam did not stop at that, but increased the value of cleanliness and its importance to higher ranks, where it is a recipe to receive the Muslim love of God, the Almighty said: (… Allah loves those who repent and loves those who are defiled) , As the Almighty says: (… God loves cleansers) .
