The benefits of Zamzam water are fairly well known in the Muslim world, and even beyond. But there are still some notions that are not very well understood, between myth and reality!
What is this mysterious water, whose source sprang from the cause of the angel Jibril, and the determination of Hajar? And what are its incredible benefits?
We tell you all about it in this article that quenches our thirst for learning!
The benefits of Zamzam water: an unusual origin
It would be unthinkable to talk about the benefits of Zamzam water without mentioning its origin! Although we recommend that you read the full, detailed story in the stories of the Prophetsfor example.
In fact, this source gushed forth in Mecca, at the time when the wife of the Prophet Ibrahim (peace and greetings be upon him) was alone with her newborn baby, Ismail. She was in a critical situation, lacking food and water to breastfeed her child.
Thanks to his determination and total trust in Allah, our Lord did not abandon him and answered his invocations! And what a response! He sent the angel Jibril (peace be upon him), who struck the infertile and arid soil of Mecca with his wing. The famous spring of Zamzam.
Zoom in on the incredible benefits of Zamzam water...
It is well known in Islam that the benefits of water from Zamzam are numerous and spectacular. Here are some of their properties:
- A source of pure water...
This holy water has been the subject of numerous analyses. All of which have concluded that its purity is unequalled. So it's a liquid that contains no trace of germs or bacteria!
The benefits for our bodies
La source of Zamzam contains unequalled levels of minerals, such as calcium and magnesium. It could therefore be useful for our metabolism, as well as for combating fatigue.
What's more, it's highly beneficial for our bone health and our teeth!
- It is useful for invocations
It is very common for this water to be used in the invocation to ensure that it is answered. As this hadith shows :
According to 'Abdallah Ibn 'Abbas (may Allah be pleased with him and his father), the Prophet ('alayhi salat wa salam) said: "The thing for which zamzam water is drunk is granted". (Reported by Daraqoutni in his Sunnah n°2739 and authenticated by Sheikh Albani in Sahih Targhib Wa Tarhib n°1164.
We would nevertheless like to remind you that healing comes only from Allah, and that this water is only a cause.
- This water is satiating!
And it's certainly not the pilgrims who will say otherwise! Indeed, it's an energy-boosting, tummy-satisfying drink...
In the sahih of Al Bukhari and Muslim, it is reported that the Prophet ('alayhi salat wa salam) said to Abi Dhar when he stayed for forty days and forty nights between the Ka'ba and its limits, with no food other than the water of Zamzam: "It is a whole food".
Which ties in with the previous point, and the fact that it can be drunk with the intention of quenching our thirst. Or to satiate us.
A few tips and reminders about this drink...
You can, of course, obtain this water when you are on your travels. pilgrimage to Mecca. Whether at the Hajj or the Umrah ! And, good news, you'll even be allowed to take some home for friends and family, by bringing a small stock with you. A great souvenir for you, and a must-have gift for your loved ones!
These bottles can also be ordered from on Muslim online shops. Nevertheless, we must be vigilant, as some unscrupulous people are selling adulterated water. According to analyses, most of these "fake Zamzam waters" are even undrinkable!
So make sure you choose your water carefully, if you want to benefit from its many properties!
THE HARAMAIN VOYAGES TEAM
