The Art and Science of Perfuming the Body: A Confluence of Islamic Tradition and Modern Neuroscience
786 بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ, Bismillah Hir Rahman Nir Rahim, With the name of Allah, the Most Merciful, Most Compassionate. Exploring the Spiritual, Emotional, and Chemical Benefits of Fragrance through the Lens of Shia Teachings and Science Introduction Perfuming the body is a cherished practice in Islamic tradition, deeply rooted in both physical purification and spiritual elevation. For Shia Muslims, the guidance of the Ahlul Bayt (peace be upon them) sheds profound light on the spiritual and practical benefits of this act. Modern neuroscience complements these teachings, revealing how fragrances influence our emotions, memory, and well-being. This post explores the tradition of perfuming the body through Shia hadiths and scientific insights, connecting s piritual wisdom with contemporary knowledge. Perfume in the Teachings of Ahlul Bayt (AS) The Ahlul Bayt (peace be upon them) emphasized the significance of cleanliness and the use of per...