✾Fragrance in Islam

To use perfume is a Sunnah. Similarly, to accept it when it is offered is also a Sunnah. The Prophet sallallahu alaihi wa Sallam never refused perfume when it was offered to him. (Bukhari) Keep in mind people's sensitivities and allergies, etc when offering.

Perfume holds great symbolic and spiritual meaning for Muslims, both culturally and religiously. Fragrances commonly known as attar (in Arabic) or itr (in Turkish), have long been used by Islam as an act of personal care, spiritual devotion, and cultural expression.

After analyzing the Quran and the hadith as the primary sources, the study finds that religious rituals and practices have encouraged the massive use of fragrance products such as musk, ambergris, camphor, and saffron. Fragrance became one of the most needed commodities in early Muslim markets.

Fragrance has always been an essential part of Islamic culture and is deeply rooted in the religion and spiritual practices of its followers. For centuries, the use of fragrances has been a significant part of Islamic rituals and traditions. From the daily ablution to special occasions and events, fragrance has played a vital role in Islamic culture and tradition.

One of the significant reasons for the importance of fragrance in Islamic culture is the Prophet Muhammad’s fondness for perfumes. The Prophet was well-known for his love of fragrances and regularly used perfumes and scented oils in his daily life. In fact, he is quoted as saying, “Perfumes are the food of paradise.”

According to Islamic traditions, the Prophet Muhammad encouraged the use of fragrance in daily life and religious rituals. For example, the Prophet used to wear perfume during prayer, and it is a recommended practice for Muslims to wear perfume while attending Friday prayers. Similarly, the use of fragrance is also encouraged during other religious events and celebrations such as Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha.

Moreover, the use of fragrance is also significant in Islamic traditions of hospitality. Guests are welcomed with scented water or other fragrant substances. It is also customary to offer guests perfumes or scented oils to refresh themselves after a long journey. In many Islamic cultures, offering fragrance is seen as a gesture of respect and honor.

In the Islamic community, fragrances are considered essential as Islam places great importance on cleanliness and grooming. The Prophet emphasized the significance of purification as a religious practice, indicating that perfumes are not prohibited for Muslims.

 It is believed that fragrance enhances the spiritual experience of prayer and can help create a sense of peace and calm.

The Prophet ﷺ said the burps of the people in Jannah are musk. And the Prophet ﷺ said that the incense burners of the people of Paradise will be aloe wood, and that's going to be burned perpetually and continue to increase the good smell of Paradise. As for the temperature, it is always pleasant and perfect.