Hijama)“Healing is in three things… and one of them is cupping.”

Ibn Abbas (رضي الله عنه) narrates: The Prophet ﷺ said:

“Healing is in three things: in the incision of the cupper, a drink of honey, and cauterization — but I forbid my Ummah from cauterization.” (Sahih al‑Bukhari 5681)

Benefit: Cupping is explicitly named as one of the three primary healing methods endorsed by the Prophet ﷺ.

“The best treatment you have is cupping.”

Anas ibn Malik (رضي الله عنه) narrates: The Prophet ﷺ said:

“Indeed, the best of remedies you have is cupping.” (Sahih Muslim 1577)

Benefit: This is one of the strongest endorsements — calling it the best of available treatments.

“There is healing in cupping.”

Jabir ibn Abdullah (رضي الله عنه) narrates: The Prophet ﷺ said:

“If there is any good in your medical treatments, it is in the incision of the cupper…” (Sahih Muslim 2205)

Benefit: The Prophet ﷺ affirms real therapeutic value in cupping.

Angels recommended cupping to the Prophet ﷺ

Ibn Mas‘ud (رضي الله عنه) narrates: During the Night Journey (Isra’), the Prophet ﷺ said:

“I did not pass by any group of angels except they said: ‘O Muhammad, order your Ummah to do cupping.’” (Sunan Ibn Majah 3477 — graded Sahih by al‑Albani)

Benefit: This elevates cupping from a medical practice to a heavenly recommendation.

The Prophet ﷺ used cupping for headaches and pain

Ibn Abbas (رضي الله عنه) narrates:

“The Prophet ﷺ was cupped on his head while he was in ihram due to a headache.” (Sahih al‑Bukhari 5701)

Benefit: Cupping is effective for headaches, migraines, and tension.

The Prophet ﷺ used cupping for poison and illness

Salma (the servant of the Prophet ﷺ) narrates:

“Whenever the Prophet ﷺ suffered from a pain in his body, he would have cupping done.” (Sahih Ibn Hibban 1313 — authentic)

And in another narration, he was cupped after being affected by poison.

Benefit: Cupping was his go‑to treatment for general pain and toxicity.

Cupping strengthens the body

Anas (رضي الله عنه) narrates:

“The Prophet ﷺ used cupping on the two sides of his neck and between his shoulders.” (Sahih al‑Bukhari)

Scholars explain these are areas that increase vitality, improve blood flow, and relieve stress and fatigue.

Medical Virtues Mentioned in the Hadith (Summarized)

✔ 1. Pain relief

Headaches, migraines, back pain, and general body pain.

✔ 2. Detoxification

Used by the Prophet ﷺ after poison exposure.

✔ 3. Strengthening and energizing the body

Cupping on the upper back and neck increases vitality.

✔ 4. Treating inflammation and congestion

The Prophet ﷺ used it for physical discomfort and congestion.

✔ 5. Encouraged by angels

Indicating spiritual and physical benefit.

✔ 6. One of the best medical treatments

Explicitly stated in Sahih Muslim.

Grouped by Type of Benefit

A. General Healing

• Healing in three things
• Best of your remedies is cupping

B. Pain & Headache Relief

• Cupping for headaches
• Cupping for general pain

C. Detoxification & Poison

• Cupping after poison

D. Spiritual Recommendation

• Angels advising cupping

E. Strength & Vitality

• Cupping between shoulders and neck