´It was narrated that Abu Hurairah said:` “The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) commanded us to cover our vessels, tie up our water skins and turn over our vessels.”
Explanation & Benefits
Maulana Ataullah Sajid
Benefits and Issues:
By turning an empty small vessel upside down, the aforementioned purpose is achieved.
When there is something present in the vessel or the vessel is large, then it should be covered.
Source: Commentary on Sunan Ibn Mājah by Mawlānā ‘Atā’ullāh Sājid, Page: 3411