Safarjal
Safarjal (Safarjal / سَفَرْجَل / Quince) in Tibb an-Nabawi & Traditional Medicine
1. Plant Identity & Terminology
Primary Nomenclature: Arabic: سَفَرْجَل (Safarjal); Bengali Terminology: বিহিদানা (Bihidana); English Name: Quince (Cydonia oblonga).
Botanical Nature: It is a tart, sweet-sour fruit traditionally consumed fresh, as a syrup (Sharbat), or prepared as a jam/preserve (Morabba).
2. Traditional Properties & Health Benefits
According to the classical text shown in the image, consuming Safarjal (or its preparations like Bihidana syrup and preserves):
Strengthens the stomach and digestive system.
Supports liver health.
Relieves heart palpitations.
Alleviates mental weakness, calms the mind, and instills spiritual strength.
📖 Hadith Reference
Hadith Reference & Context
Arabic Text:فَإِنَّهَا تَشُدُّ الْقَلْبَ وَتُطَيِّبُ النَّفْسَ وَتَذْهَبُ بِطَخْاءِ الصَّدْرِ
English Translation & Context: The Prophet (ﷺ) stated regarding Safarjal: "Indeed, it strengthens the heart, brings peace to the soul, and removes heaviness/shortness of breath from the chest."