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Cleanliness is half of faith and cleanliness is next to godliness. Without even realising, we may be committing unhygienic acts that render us undeserving of Allah’s love, for He says:

“Allah loves those who turn to Him and loves those who keep themselves clean.” (Surah al-Baqarah,  verse 223)

Amongst other habits, correcting our bathroom hygiene is essential in order to follow the sunnah [practice] of the Holy Prophet (saw) and attain Allah’s love. Some may contend by saying, “Physical hygiene is hardly a significant issue when it comes to Allah. It has no effect on my spirituality.” However, this is quite incorrect.

The Promised Messiah (as) declares:

“Physical cleanliness assists and aids in attaining inner purity … Spiritual purity necessitates physical cleanliness.” (Tafsir Hazrat Masih-e-Maud (as), Vol. 1, page 704-705, Old Edition)

Hazrat Sir Zafrullah Khan (ra) also pointed out:

“We must look after physical health for the spiritual progress of the soul. Without the [upright maintenance of] the body, you cannot have a spiritual life. The body is a container for the soul … If you break the container, then its contents will spill. The body and soul are associated in this very manner, and any damage to the body will affect the soul… [Thus,] We must keep our bodies, in which the soul resides, clean and tidy so that the soul is not damaged.” (“Islam and Protection of Health” in Steps to Exercise, pp. 12-13)

Check out the following article on further insight:

Islam and bathroom hygiene: The inextricable link between physical and spiritual purity