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Zamzam is an Arabic term that means “stop stop”. Zamzam water holds immense importance in the history of Muslims. The water is drawn from the well of Zamzam which is located in the Masjid al-Haram in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Zamzam water is a miracle of Allah Almighty. It serves as one of the primary sources of water for pilgrims visiting Haram. Zamzam water is the “Holy water” in Islam. It is the common “souvenir” Muslims carry with them after returning to their home countries from Hajj or Ramadan Umrah pilgrimage as a sacred gift for their friends and relatives. The well of Zamzam has been supplying water to millions since 2000 BC. There are many health benefits associated with Zamzam water that has drawn the attention of several world-renowned scientists and researchers, and the miraculous water has been the reason to cure numerous diseases. Zamzam water is extracted from the holy well which is located in Masjid al-Haram in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. It is merely at a distance of 20 meters from the Holy Kaaba. Each year millions of Muslim pilgrims visit the well during the journey for Hajj or Umrah 2024 and get benefits from the Zamzam water.
In Islam, the significant status of Zamzam water dates back to the ancient era of Prophet Ibrahim and his infant son, Prophet Ismail. According to historical Islamic texts, Ibrahim left his wife, Hajara, and his little son Ismail at a certain place in the desert as directed by Allah (SWT). Hajara, when saw her son weeping in thirst, desperately started looking for water in the heat and dust. She was unable to find any traces of water in that barren desert and thus ran seven times back and forth between the hills of Safa and Marwah. As the little Ismail couldn’t control his thirst he was getting thirstier, Ismail began scraping the land with his feet when water suddenly sprang out in that place. Hajara saw this and called out loud Zamzam; which means “stop stop”. it is a huge miracle and since then till today Zamzam water is considered a holy and sacred gift from Allah. Moreover, the well of Zamzam water has never been depleted over the centuries. The quality of water remains pure as it was millennials ago. In fact, it’s considered to be the blessed holy water that is the source to cure several diseases and provides numerous health benefits.
The depth of the Zamzam well is around 30 meters. It is hand-excavated having an internal diameter ranging from 1.08 to 2.66 m. The well is well protected by glass panels and the original one is now housed in a basement room. No visitors are allowed, only dignitaries such as State guests can visit. To draw water from the well, Electric pumps are being used. Cool Zamzam water dispensers have been placed in Masjid ul Haram which provides Zamzam water for drinking purposes.
Ordinary natural drinking water and bottled water stands no comparison with Zamzam water. Here are some of the most impressive medical and health benefits associated with Zamzam water that make it such an outlier as compared to ordinary waters.
Zamzam water contains a high concentration of fluoride and has claimed to be the purest form of water reservoir so far. Studies show that Zamzam water contains optimum contents of bicarbonates which is even higher and better than the one found in water from the French Alps Mountains in Europe. Zamzam water is free of germs and bacteria; as stated by Dr. Yahiya Koshak, a famous scientist who conducted several tests on Zamzam water using ultraviolet technology.
Zamzam water is not merely a source of quenching thirst but also a rich source of body nourishment. Scientific research conducted by a German Scientist Dr. Knut Pfeiffer shows how Zamzam water is a source of nourishment for the cells in our bodies and helps increase energy levels at the same time. The water contains high levels of some essential elements such as magnesium and calcium. It helps control fatigue and depression levels. Considering its wide range of benefits, drinking Zamzam water is highly recommended for pregnant women as it avoids the risk of fatigue and anxiety during their pregnancy. Reports have shown how Zamzam water has reportedly enhanced the metabolism in human bodies.
Zamzam water is one of the cleanest and purest forms of water. It has a natural tendency for being anti-bacterial and anti-viral. Contrary to how ordinary water requires special treatment for preservation over a period of time, Zamzam water does not require any preservatives as it keeps its sanctity intact for larger periods of time. Almighty Allah has made it a natural fighter against toxins that cause health issues. As per authentic scientific research, Zamzam water tends to be an impressive immune system supporter.
Dairy products tend to be the primary source of essential minerals like calcium and magnesium. However, it is a miracle from Allah Almighty that the water from the wells of Zamzam is quite rich in Calcium offering various health benefits. Zamzam water also has low levels of fluorine which helps keep teeth and bones healthy. It keeps the calcium level in the body balanced. Vital for women going through pregnancies, also prevents premature bone and vaginal discharge.
Apart from the Holy Quran, the Zamzam water has been described and mentioned in the holy books of the Torah and the Bible. The holy water has been termed a great gift from God. Muslims utilize Zamzam water to recover from various diseases. As the Holy Prophet (P.B.U.H) has stated, “Water of Zamzam is good for whatever (purpose) it has been drunk” Zamzam is a Natural Skin Cell Repairer and enhances its nourishment. Unlike ordinary waters, it is useful to put Zamzam water onto your skin as it can help prolong the life of creams and lotions when kept in a cool environment although skin specialists recommend that all organic creams and lotions are to be used as soon as they are purchased and within a period of 2 months.
Zamzam water is a great blessing of Allah Almighty not only for the residents of Makkah but for the entire Muslim Ummah. Having perfect bicarbonate concentrations higher than the levels found in water extracted from the French Alps, Zamzam Water is commonly known to be the purest on our planet Earth.
Every year, thousands of Muslims visit the Holy Kaaba, also referred to as Haram, in Makkah - the holiest city of Muslims while they perform Hajj and Umrah. During their religious journeys, they consume the holy water of Zamzam and reap a wide range of medical and general health benefits. Muslims consume this holy water during the pilgrimage for spiritual reasons as well. It reminds them of God’s miracle when He sent the angel Gabriel to expose the spring of Zamzam and provided sustenance to Bibi Hajara, the wife of Prophet Abraham and his son Ismail. Since that time, Zamzam water has continued to flow and provides pure water for millions of people. The spiritual lesson to be learned is that Allah Almighty will always find a way of protecting you during difficult times in ways we cannot even imagine.
Our beloved Holy Prophet once said, “Water of Zamzam is a healer of every disease” Zamzam water has been used to treat various diseases and the results suggest that it provides a defense against several diseases, such as nephrogenic problems, congenital cataracts, and diabetes, and helps in the stimulation of Reproductive Systems. Zamzam water has unique properties that help fight cancers. Moreover, it has a strong anti-inflammatory tendency that is a useful prospect for health.
A lot of research has been conducted on Zamzam water and its effects on the human body. It is a proven source to fight against various human ailments. It possesses the perfectly balanced mineral and nutritional composition that other ordinary waters lack. No doubt it's the blessed holy water and Muslims all over the world benefit during their stay in Makkah and Medina when they come to perform Umrah and Hajj in the holy land.
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