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Eating From What Is Nearest to You
Difficulty:Easy
Just a habit change
sahih
The Sunnah
The Prophet ﷺ said to a young boy: "O young man, mention the name of Allah, eat with your right hand, and eat from what is next to you."
Source: Sahih al-Bukhari 5376
The Science
Eating calmly from the portion in front of you encourages measured, mindful eating and good manners at a shared meal.
How to Practice
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Say Bismillah before eating
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Eat with your right hand
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Take from the part of the dish nearest you
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Avoid reaching across to pick over the food
Muslims revived this Sunnah
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