There are many ahaadeeth which speak of its virtue, such as the words of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him): “When the Muslim visits his (sick) Muslim brother, he is harvesting the fruits of Paradise until he returns.” Narrated by Muslim, 2568. <br /> <br />The reward attained by the one who visits the sick is likened to the harvest reaped by one who gathers fruit. <br /> <br />According to al-Tirmidhi (2008), the Messenger of Allaah (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said: “Whoever visits a sick person or visits a brother in Islam, a caller cries out to him: ‘May you be happy, may your walking be blessed, and may you occupy a dignified position in Paradise’.” Classed as hasan by al-Albaani in Saheeh al-Tirmidhi. <br /> <br />Length of the visit <br /> <br />While patients enjoy some company, it’s highly recommended that you make it short and sweet. Inpatients in <br /> <br />particular wake up early and sleep early, and medication may wear them out. Unless you are a <br /> <br />very close friend, be a light guest; try not <br /> <br />to stay for more than 20-30 minutes (or less), depending on how well they are. In addition, don’t act uncomfortably if there are no <br /> <br />chairs or if it’s too hot, for example, and try to minimize chatter if the person looks too tired to <br /> <br />engage in conversation. Avoid bringing your children if they are too young or you will end up <br /> <br />disturbing other patients. <br /> <br />Visit & join pls; http://bangladeshbd71.blogspot.co.uk
