Adab and Sunnah After the Rain Stops in Islam
Rain is one of God’s graces that brings blessings to all creatures on earth. In Islam, there are adab and sunnah that are recommended after the rain stops as a form of gratitude to Allah. Here are some adab and sunnah that can be practiced:
1. Say Hamdalah
After the rain falls, it is recommended to say Alhamdulillah as a form of gratitude to Allah for the blessings given. This is as Allah says in Surah Ibrahim verse 7:
“If you are grateful, We will surely increase (favors) to you…” (QS. Ibrahim: 7)
2. Pray that the rain will bring benefits
Rasulullah ﷺ taught us a prayer that can be recited after it rains:
“Muthirna bi fadhlillahi wa rahmatih.” (Meaning: We were given rain because of Allah’s grace and mercy.) (HR. Bukhari and Muslim)
This prayer is a form of belief that everything happens because of God’s will.
3. Utilizing Rainwater
In a hadith narrated by Imam Muslim, the Messenger of Allah ﷺ once took off his clothes to get wet from the rain and said:
“Because it (rain) has just been created by Allah.” (HR. Muslim)
Therefore, if possible, we can take rainwater to perform ablution or simply wash our bodies as a form of blessing.
4. Avoiding Puddles and Slippery Roads
After rain, there are usually puddles of water that can be a source of disease or cause accidents. As a form of caution, it is advisable to be careful when walking and avoid dangerous places.
5. Spreading Kindness and Giving Alms
One way to be grateful for the rain is to share with others, such as helping those who are having difficulties due to heavy rain or giving food to those in need.
6. Seeing the Rainbow with a Sense of Amazement at Allah’s Creation
If a rainbow appears after rain, then we are advised to admire Allah’s creation and remember His greatness. As His word:
“And among His signs is the creation of the heavens and the earth and the differences in your languages and colors…” (QS. Ar-Rum: 22)
7. Asking for Protection from Excessive Rain
Although rain is a blessing, rain that is too heavy can bring disaster. Therefore, after the rain stops, we can pray that the rain that falls will always bring benefits and not bring disaster.
Conclusion
The manners and sunnah after the rain stops are a form of gratitude to Allah for His blessings. By practicing this sunnah, we can get blessings and maintain the safety of ourselves and the environment. May we always receive mercy and protection from Allah in every situation.
Multiple Choice Questions: The Prophet’s Manners and Sunnah When the Rain Stops
What is recommended to say after the rain falls as a form of gratitude to Allah?
a. Subhanallah
b. Astaghfirullah
c. Alhamdulillah ✅
d. La ilaha illallah
The prayer taught by the Prophet ﷺ after the rain falls is…
a. Allahumma shayyiban nafi’a
b. Muthirna bi fadhlillahi wa rahmatih ✅
c. Allahumma barik lana fi ma razaqtana
d. Rabbana atina fid-dunya hasanah
Why did the Prophet ﷺ take off his clothes to get wet from the rain?
a. So that his body becomes fresher
b. Because rain brings blessings and has just been created by Allah ✅
c. To show his physical strength
d. So that it dries faster after the rain stops
In Islam, what is the good attitude after the rain stops?
a. Complaining because you are wet
b. Giving thanks to Allah ✅
c. Playing on a road that is still slippery
d. Letting water pool without caring about the environment
When seeing a rainbow after rain, a Muslim should…
a. Admire its beauty and remember the greatness of Allah ✅
b. Ignore it because it is not important
c. Believe in myths about rainbows
d. Avoid looking at rainbows
What should be done if there is a puddle of water after rain?
a. Be careful not to slip ✅
b. Play in the puddle of water
c. Throw objects into the water for fun
d. Don’t care about the puddle of water
One way to be grateful for the blessings of rain is…
a. Helping people affected by the rain ✅
b. Complaining because the rain hinders activities
c. Sleeping all day
d. Letting the environment get dirty after rain
What should be done if the rain is very heavy and risks causing flooding?
a. Asking for protection from Allah ✅
b. Just keep quiet without doing anything
c. Playing in the rain without paying attention to the dangers
d. Ignoring warnings from authorities
What are the benefits of taking rainwater for ablution as the Prophet ﷺ did?
a. To be fresher and cooler
b. Because rainwater is a holy and blessed creation of Allah ✅
c. So that you don’t need to use well water
d. Just as a habit without a specific reason
One way to stay safe after the rain is…
a. Walking carefully on slippery roads ✅
b. Running on wet roads
c. Riding a motorbike at high speed even though the road is slippery
d. Playing under a tree that is still wet
Exemplary Story: Rain as a Blessing in the Time of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
During the time of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, rain was considered a blessing from Allah that brought blessings to humans and nature. There are many stories from the life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and his companions that show how they responded to rain with full faith and exemplary behavior. One of the famous stories is the incident of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ’s prayer during a drought.
The Prophet’s Prayer for Rain
One day, in the city of Medina there was a very long dry season. The sun was shining hot, the land became dry, the wells began to run out of water, and the plants withered. The Muslims began to have difficulty getting water for their daily needs.
In this condition, a companion came to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ while he was giving a sermon at the Prophet’s Mosque. The friend said, “O Messenger of Allah, our livestock are dying of thirst, our fields are dry, and we are in great difficulty because there is no rain. Pray to Allah that He will send us rain.”
Hearing this request, Rasulullah ﷺ raised his hands to the sky and prayed:
“Allahumma aghitsna, Allahumma aghitsna, Allahumma aghitsna.”
(Meaning: O Allah, send rain on us, O Allah, send rain on us, O Allah, send rain on us.)
Not long after Rasulullah ﷺ prayed, clouds began to gather in the sky, the wind blew cool, and the rain fell heavily. The friends were grateful and happy because Allah answered the prayer of the Prophet ﷺ.
The rain continued to fall for several days until water began to flood the streets of Medina. Then, on the following Friday, a companion came back to the Messenger of Allah ﷺ and said, “O Messenger of Allah, it has been raining continuously until we are flooded. Pray to Allah that the rain will stop.”
Then the Messenger of Allah ﷺ prayed again:
“Allahumma hawalayna wa la ‘alayna.”
(Meaning: O Allah, send down rain around us, not to harm us.)
Immediately, the sky began to clear and the rain stopped in Medina, but it continued to fall in the surrounding areas that needed water.
Wisdom from This Story
Belief in Prayer
The Messenger of Allah ﷺ taught that in difficult conditions, we must return to Allah and pray with full confidence.
Rain is a Blessing, Not a Disaster
As Muslims, we must realize that rain is a gift from Allah. Even when it is excessive, we are advised to pray that the rain will still bring benefits and not cause disaster.
Balance in Asking Allah
The Messenger of Allah ﷺ taught balance in praying, not only asking for something but also asking for everything to remain in good and beneficial levels.
This story is a reminder for us that rain is a blessing that must be appreciated, and prayer has great power in changing circumstances. May we always be servants who are grateful for every blessing that Allah gives. ️✨
