Meaning & use
sunnah
The body of traditional practices and sayings attributed to the Prophet Muhammad, guiding Islamic life.
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Many Muslims try to follow the sunnah by modeling their daily habits on the Prophet's example.
Scholars study the sunnah alongside the Quran to interpret Islamic law and practice.
A note on using this word
The sunnah is recorded largely through hadith, reports of the Prophet's words and actions, and ranks alongside the Quran as a source of Islamic guidance.
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