ุงูุณูููุงู ู ุนูููููููู ูุ ุฃููููุงู ููุณููููุงู
Peace be upon you; welcome.
As-salamu alaykum, ahlan wa sahlan.
When to Read
This is a beautiful practice to implement whenever you return home, whether from work, a short trip, or even just stepping out briefly. It's the Sunnah way to re-enter your household, bringing peace and blessings.
How to Read
Greet your family with the full Salam: 'As-salamu alaykum'. You can then add the warm welcome, 'ahlan wa sahlan', which means 'welcome'. Respond with the same greeting and warmth if someone greets you first. The intention is to acknowledge their presence, offer peace, and create a welcoming atmosphere.
Virtues & Benefits
Greeting your family with Salam is a direct application of the Prophet Muhammad's ๏ทบ teachings to spread peace among Muslims. The Quran itself emphasizes entering homes with a blessed greeting: 'But when you enter houses, greet [one another] with a greeting from Allah, blessed and good.' (An-Nur 24:61). This practice fosters love, strengthens family bonds, and invites Allah's mercy and protection into the home. It's a simple act that carries immense reward and cultivates a righteous home environment.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ๏ทบ said: 'You will not enter Paradise until you believe, and you will not believe until you love one another. Shall I not guide you to something that, if you do it, will foster love between you? Spread Salam (peace) among yourselves.' (Sahih Muslim 54). While this hadith speaks generally about spreading Salam, the principle extends to our own households, beginning with family.