اللَّهُمَّ ارْزُقْنَا مِن فَضْلِكَ ولا تَحْرِمْنَا رِزْقَكَ وبَارِكَ لنَا فيمَا رَزَقتَنَا، واجْعَلْ غِنآئنَا في أنفُسِنَا، واجْعَلْ رَغْبَتَنَا فيمَا عِندَكَ

Thyme ~ صعتر

روى أبو نعيم في الطب عن أبان بن صالح عن أنس - رضي الله تعالى عنه - أن رسول الله - صلى الله عليه وسلم - قال: -  (بخروا بيوتكم بالشيح والمر والصعتر) كنز العمال    - حديث ضعيف 28316

Narrated by Abu Nuaim on the authority of Abban Bin Saleh Bin Anas radi Allaho Anh, that Prophet Muhammad Sallallaho Alaihe Wasallam said : "Fumigate your houses with Mugwort, Myrrh & Thyme". (Kanz-ul-Ummal) (Weak Hadith).

Apart from fumigation, all of the above 3 are edible as well & the combined army of these three will kill the germs, bacteria & other microbes / organisms in intestines Insha'Allah. Thyme (Za'atar) is another miracle of my Allah's creations, it is common among Arabs to eat Thyme blended with sesame seeds & salt, but it is un-known to the rest of Muslim world. It is high in Vitamin "K", Iron & Manganese. The volatile oil components of thyme have also been shown to have antimicrobial activity against a host of different bacteria and fungi. Staphalococcus aureus, Bacillus subtilis, Escherichia coli and Shigella sonnei are a few of the species against which Thyme has been shown to have antibacterial activity. For thousands of years, herbs and spices have been used to help preserve foods and protect them from microbial contamination, now research shows that both thyme and basil contain constituents that can both prevent contamination and decontaminate previously contaminated foods.

Imam Zahabi wrote about Thyme : Sa'tar (Thyme) is hot & dry in the third degree, it removes gas, reduces bloating, helps to digest heavy foods, cleanses the skin's color, opens urine & menstruation, very good for coldness in stomach & liver, increases the sex drive, fixes Colds / Flu when inhaled, & kills the intestinal worms. Ibn Al Jauzi narrated that Prophet Muhammad Sallallaho Alaihe Wasallam said "Fumigate your houses with Thyme & Frankincense (Lubaan)". 

Eating Thyme (Za'tar Farsi) is favorite among Arabs, but they take it with heavy salt (usually the Fatair ~ pastry that are made with Thyme, Salt & Sesame dipped in Olive Oil). Thyme is the least common among Indo-Pak community. Dried Thyme is also available in RAW form, it should be cleaned properly before grinding, dust & sticks (branches) should be removed; we only need the dried leaves. Thyme will be the best for children / adults who suffer with intestinal worms.

Ibn al-Baytaar wrote : Thyme comes in many varieties, both wild and cultivated, and is well-known in regions where it grows. Some types are mountainous, others are garden-grown, and their leaves vary from long and slender to round, black (known as Persian thyme), or white (referred to as Sa’tar Al-Hoor or Sa’tar Al-Shiwaa). All varieties share similar properties, though the intensity of their effects may differ. Thyme is a plant with leaves resembling those of hyssop, featuring small, distinct flower clusters at the tips. Its primary quality is warming. Taken with vinegar and honey, it alleviates yellow bile disorders and acts as a laxative, promoting menstruation. When licked with honey, it soothes coughs, and its decoction, taken in a steam bath, treats itching, scabies, and jaundice. Fresh thyme juice relieves swellings near the tongue, uvula, and mouth ulcers. When mixed with iris oil and used as a nasal infusion, it expels accumulated phlegm. It can also ease ear pain when combined with milk.

Thyme has other uses, such as in pest control, where it repels insects when spread in certain areas. The wild thyme has thin branches about a handspan long with crowns resembling those of dill and white flowers. It is used similarly to the cultivated type, though it is less potent. Its decoction is laxative, expelling harmful substances and aiding menstruation. When consumed with vinegar, it benefits those suffering from bloating. Mixed with honey, it is used to treat coughs, spleen inflammation, and hot lung conditions. It is especially effective for nausea, stomach disorders, and individuals who burp acidic flavors.

Ibn Masawayh highlighted thyme's ability to counteract dampness-induced heaviness, making it useful when paired with basil and radish. It is particularly beneficial for hip pain when consumed or used as a poultice with crushed wheat. Wild thyme is stronger in effect than cultivated varieties.

Al-Razi noted that thyme stimulates appetite, cleanses the stomach and intestines of thick phlegm, and lightens heavy foods, reducing bloating. It is beneficial when cooked with truffle water, fresh broad beans, or similar ingredients. Cultivated thyme, although milder, is more suitable for culinary uses due to its gentler spiciness. When combined with vinegar, thyme tenderizes tough meats and fibrous tissues, such as trotters and veal, while enhancing their flavor.

Maseeh stated that thyme is hot and dry in the third degree. It expels wind, aids digestion of heavy foods, promotes urination and menstruation, sharpens weak eyesight caused by dampness, and is beneficial for a cold stomach and liver. It softens thick humors and opens blockages.

Ishaq bin Imran noted that cooking thyme stalks with jujube and drinking the water thins thick blood, a unique property of thyme. It alleviates colic, expels intestinal worms and pumpkin seeds when consumed as a decoction, and chewing it relieves toothaches caused by cold and wind. Additionally, it cleanses the stomach, liver, chest, and lungs of excess moisture. Eating thyme with dried figs induces sweating, facilitates the excretion of thick matter, and improves complexion.

Experiments have shown thyme's benefits for stomach pain caused by cold or thick winds, as well as colic originating from the same cause. It expels waste, relieves pain in the uterus and bladder, and enhances digestion when boiled with squash. Mixed with honey or sugar, thyme sharpens vision, alleviates hallucinations from stomach vapors, and, with continued use, dries the early stages of cataracts. Drinking its decoction before taking a laxative prevents colic caused by the medication. Thyme water, when sweetened with sugar, serves as a preparative for laxatives, and a sufficient dose can alleviate scorpion stings when consumed or applied as a poultice.

Al-Sharif noted that taking a mithqal (about 4.25 grams) of thyme syrup before bed each night improves mental clarity and prevents cataract development.