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Trimming the Nails
Difficulty:Easy
5 minutes
sahih
The Sunnah
The Prophet ﷺ said: "Five practices are part of the fitrah: circumcision, removing the pubic hair, trimming the moustache, clipping the nails, and plucking the underarm hair."
Source: Sahih al-Bukhari 5889
The Science
Regularly trimming the nails is a core habit of cleanliness that prevents dirt and germs from collecting under the nails.
How to Practice
1
Trim your nails regularly, at least once a week or so
2
Do not let them grow beyond forty days
3
Keep both fingernails and toenails clean
4
Dispose of the clippings properly
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