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Maintaining Ties of Kinship (Silat al-Rahim)
Difficulty:Medium
15 minutes
sahih
The Sunnah
The Prophet ﷺ said: "Whoever would like his provision to be expanded and his life span to be extended, let him uphold the ties of kinship."
Source: Sahih al-Bukhari 5986
The Science
Staying connected with relatives sustains a supportive social network, which research consistently links to greater wellbeing and resilience over a lifetime.
How to Practice
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Make a list of relatives you have not contacted recently
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Call or visit at least one each week
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Reach out even to those who cut you off
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Share food, gifts, or help during their hardships
Muslims revived this Sunnah
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