question #1 Sahih Muslim 1209, Book 15, Hadith 117 : What is the significance of taking a bath before entering the state of Ihram?

`A’isha (Allah be pleased with her) reported that Asma’ bint `Umais gave birth to Muhammad b Abu Bakr near Dhu’l-Hulaifa. The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) commanded Abu Bakr to convey to her that she should take a bath and then enter into the state of Ihram.