About Assyafaah
Honoring the Sunnah,
Blessing Every Newborn.
Assyafaah Mosque’s Tahnik service brings families together in a sacred tradition, performed with care to bless and welcome each new life into the ummah.
Why This Sunnah Matters
Preserving a Timeless Tradition
Tahnik is more than a ritual, it is a Sunnah taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, carried out with love and intention for every newborn. Through this practice, families invoke Allah’s blessings, health, and guidance upon their child from the very first days of life, connecting the newest members of the ummah to a tradition passed down for generations.
Who Performs It
Guided by Experienced Asatizah
Our Tahnik service is conducted by Assyafaah Mosque’s experienced Asatizah, who carry out each session with gentleness, care, and adherence to proper Sunnah practice.
How to Book
Simple Steps to Book Your Tahnik Session
Booking a Tahnik session for your newborn at Assyafaah Mosque is simple and straightforward. Follow these steps to secure your appointment:
1
Reach Out to Us
Contact Assyafaah Mosque to express your interest in booking a Tahnik session for your newborn.
2
Share Your Baby’s Details
Provide your newborn’s name and date of birth so our Asatizah can prepare for the session.
3
Confirm Your Schedule
Our team will get back to you with an available date and time for your Tahnik session.
4
Attend the Session
Bring your newborn to Assyafaah Mosque at the scheduled time for the Tahnik ceremony, guided by our experienced Asatizah
5
Receive Your Certificate
After the du’a is completed, your family will receive a certificate of completion as a keepsake of this cherished tradition.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tahnik?
Tahnik is a Sunnah practice performed on newborns, where a small portion of a softened date is gently rubbed onto the baby’s palate. It is often accompanied by the shaving and weighing of the baby’s hair, followed by du’a for the child’s health, blessings, and guidance.
When should Tahnik be performed?
Tahnik is best performed as early as possible after birth, following the example of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, who carried out this practice for newborns brought to him shortly after they were born.
Is there a fee for this service?
Our Tahnik service is offered free of charge as a gift to families in our community. Donations to the mosque are always welcome but never required.
Can family members attend the session?
Yes, parents and close family members are welcome to be present and witness this special moment for their newborn.
How do I book a Tahnik session?
Simply reach out to Assyafaah Mosque to schedule your session. Our team will guide you through the details and confirm a suitable date and time for your family.
BOOK NOW
Book a Tahnik Session for Your Newborn
From the first du’a to the certificate of completion, our Asatizah are ready to guide your family through this cherished Sunnah with care and sincerity.
