Is it from the Sunnah to say "I seek refuge in Allah from the accursed Shaytan" after yawning?
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Question:
Is it from the Sunnah to say "I seek refuge in Allah from the accursed Shaytan" after expressing optimism?
Answer:
This was not reported from the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him); rather, it is a custom of the people. However, the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) indicated that yawning is from Shaytan, and that the one who yawns should suppress it as much as he can. If he cannot, he should cover his mouth with his hand. This is what the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) prescribed.
What some people do, which is opening their mouths and making their yawning sound audible, to the point that some of them make a disturbing noise, is an error and is not permissible. If this happens during prayer, there is a fear that it will invalidate the prayer. Yes, may Allah reward you with good, and may Allah do you good.
Is it from the Sunnah to say "I seek refuge in Allah from the accursed Shaytan" after expressing optimism?
Answer:
This was not reported from the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him); rather, it is a custom of the people. However, the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) indicated that yawning is from Shaytan, and that the one who yawns should suppress it as much as he can. If he cannot, he should cover his mouth with his hand. This is what the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) prescribed.
What some people do, which is opening their mouths and making their yawning sound audible, to the point that some of them make a disturbing noise, is an error and is not permissible. If this happens during prayer, there is a fear that it will invalidate the prayer. Yes, may Allah reward you with good, and may Allah do you good.
Source
قناة «العلامة الدكتور صالح الفوزان»، هل من السنة قول أعوذ بالله من الشيطان الرجيم بعد التثاؤب؟ الشيخ صالح بن فوزان الفوزان — youtube.com
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