Jami` at-Tirmidhi #1745

The Book on Jihad
Hasan

The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.

حَدَّثَنَا أَحْمَدُ بْنُ مُحَمَّدٍ، أَخْبَرَنَا عَبْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ الْمُبَارَكِ، أَخْبَرَنَا ابْنُ لَهِيعَةَ، عَنْ يَزِيدَ بْنِ أَبِي حَبِيبٍ، عَنْ عُلَىِّ بْنِ رَبَاحٍ، عَنْ أَبِي قَتَادَةَ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ ‏ "‏ خَيْرُ الْخَيْلِ الأَدْهَمُ الأَقْرَحُ الأَرْثَمُ ثُمَّ الأَقْرَحُ الْمُحَجَّلُ طَلْقُ الْيَمِينِ فَإِنْ لَمْ يَكُنْ أَدْهَمَ فَكُمَيْتٌ عَلَى هَذِهِ الشِّيَةِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
That the Prophet (ﷺ) said: "The best horse is the black one with a spot on the face, and white on the upper lip. Then the one with some white on his lower legs, except for the right. So if it is no black, then the Kumait (red one with black on its ears and its mane) with these markings."
Narrated by Narrated Abu Qatadah:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) describes the characteristics of the best horses, emphasizing the value of quality and excellence. His preference for specific traits illustrates the importance of recognizing and appreciating the best in various aspects of life, including animals and other possessions.

Modern Application

In modern life, this principle encourages individuals to strive for excellence in their endeavors, whether in personal pursuits, professional work, or even in the care of animals. It serves as a reminder to appreciate and seek out the best in all aspects of life.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Good Deeds because it promotes the appreciation of excellence and quality in one's possessions and actions.

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This hadith is #1745 from Jami` at-Tirmidhi, in the Book of The Book on Jihad. It is graded Hasan and narrated by Narrated Abu Qatadah:.

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