April rain is known as the harbinger of healing and abundance, and is a gift that heralds the arrival of spring. The sharp cold of March is left behind and replaced by the soft rains of April. Experts state that the rains that fall in April contain usable iron that revitalizes and energizes the body.
spring rainsThose who want to benefit from the blessings of April rainsshould not miss the meeting times of the because the times when it rains are spread over a certain period. So, when should April showers be collected and what are the benefits?
It was distributed to the sick as a cure during the Seljuk period.
Seljuks During the period when Konya served as the capital, April rains were collected in containers and distributed to the sick as a cure is known. April rains are seen as a source of healing and abundance and have an important place in Konya’s historical and cultural heritage. The benefits of these special rains are countless.
The Nisan Stone, located in the Mevlana Museum in Konya, has a special place among the rare works. It is known that this 43 kilogram bowl, made of a mixture of silver, bronze and copper, was made in 1396. Embroidered bowls in which the April showers, which are considered healing and sacred according to Islamic belief, are collected. “April Stone” It is said. This stone is considered an important symbol of the tradition of collecting April showers in Anatolia for centuries.
When and How to Collect April Rain?
April rain is the name given to the rain that falls in April according to the Greek calendar. April rains, known as a source of healing and abundance, generally occur between mid-April and mid-May. Therefore, April rain Starting from April 13th until May 12th continues. The month of April is commonly referred to as the “rain month” or “rainy month” among the public.
It is possible to collect April showers on an open balcony or terrace using clean containers and buckets and can be stored for later use.
Benefits of April Rains
. The amount of body iron that decreases during the winter can be regained in the most natural way with April rains.
. It helps purify harmful substances in the atmosphere, especially sulfur and carbon.
. When used in hair care, it allows you to have brighter, vibrant and stronger hair.
. It creates a beneficial environment for plants by encouraging root development of plants.
Benefits of April Rain for Hair and Skin
While the tradition of collecting April rain has been going on for many years in Anatolia, the question “Does April rain make hair grow?” The question came to the fore. Thanks to the vitamins and minerals it contains Beneficial for hair and scalp April rain softens the hair and gives it a lively and shiny appearance. It also nourishes the hair and helps them grow faster. Being free from chemical ingredients, it provides a soothing effect on the scalp.
April rain, It is also beneficial for the skinis. It is especially effective on sunny days to soothe skin exposed to sunlight. Thanks to its tonic feature, it soothes the skin and helps to open the pores and achieve a moist and bright appearance. It can also help reduce blackheads and give the skin a clearer appearance.
April Rain in Islam: A Healing Source of Abundance
April rain, It is also considered medicinal in Islam.. April rains mentioned in the hadiths are the rains of our Prophet. He received the praise of Muhammad (pbuh). In a hadith, Enes (ra) said, Hz. Muhammad (pbuh) uncovered his head when it rained and “Rain is a mercy that my Lord has newly created and sent down.” He tells what he said. In the Islamic world, rain is considered a symbol of mercy and abundance. According to Islamic belief, drinking rainwater by reciting certain prayers can relieve diseases and pain.
April rain, Hz. It was described as fruitful and healing by Muhammad (pbuh) and it was recommended to recite certain prayers and drink it on an empty stomach for 7 days. The days when the healing and fertile April rain water will be collected are generally from the seventh of April until the end of the month according to the Rumi calendar. This falls around April 20 on the Gregorian calendar. April showers usually continue until May 13. After collecting rainwater, it is recommended to recite certain prayers and surahs and drink it for healing purposes. This application, Hz. It was recommended by Muhammad (pbuh) himself.
To the April Rain water;
70 times: Fatiha-i sheriff (Alhamdulillahi Rabbil alemin…)
70 times: Ayatul Kursi
70 Sincerity (Kul hüvellahü Ehad)
70 Felak (Kul euzü Birabbil-felak)
70 Nas (Kul Euzu Birabbin-nas)
70 rosary prayers (subhanellahi vel hamdü lillahi vela ilahe illallahü vallahu ekber. vela barley vela vela illa bilahil aliyyi-azım.)
It will be drunk on an empty stomach for 7 mornings after ablution. If you can collect a little, you can increase it with normal water.
Allah Almighty removes all kinds of troubles from the person who drinks this. It cures him of all diseases and hunger.
Heals the eyes
It relieves fever,
It cuts the phlegm,
It relieves chest pain,
Its benefits are too many to count.
Hadiths about April rain:
Prophet of Islam. It was narrated from Muhammad (pbuh) that;
“Gabriel taught me such a medicine that, thanks to that medicine, people no longer need medicine from doctors.
My Companions said, “O Messenger of Allah, inform us about that medicine.”
Prophet;
“Collect the April rain. Read him 70 Fatiha-i Sharifa, 70 times Ihlasi Sharif, 70 Falaq, 70 times Surah An-Nas and 70 times the rosary prayer (Subhanellahi velhamdulillahi vela ialhe illallahu vallahu ekber, vela havle vela guvvete illa billahil aliyyil-azım). Then drink one glass every morning and evening for seven days. I swear to God Almighty who sent me as the true Prophet, Gabriel said to me; If a person drinks this water, God Almighty removes the aches and pains from his body, veins, nerves and flesh, and gives him health and well-being.
Again in another Hadith:
“I swear to Allah, who sent me as the true Prophet, that if a childless man drinks this water to his wife, his wife will become pregnant with the permission of Allah. If a man whose wife has a headache gives her this water to drink, this water will be enough for her health. It will cut off the phlegm of the person who drinks it. The wind won’t harm it. Ugly situations do not affect him. He has no complaints about back pain or abdominal pain. He is not afraid of the disease, he does not suffer from chest pain, and the doubts that come to his heart disappear from his heart. “Amusement, envy, arrogance, hostility, backbiting and bullying (including spiritual diseases such as these) are beneficial for all mortal (temporary) living in the world, with the permission of Allah.” (tafsir-i Kebir Quran commentary)
In addition, prayers made while reciting the Holy Quran and adhan, when facing the fear of the enemy, when it is raining and when being oppressed are accepted (teberani).
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