Jami` at-Tirmidhi #1815

The Book on Clothing
Hasan

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

حَدَّثَنَا عَلِيُّ بْنُ حُجْرٍ، أَخْبَرَنَا عَلِيُّ بْنُ مُسْهِرٍ، عَنْ هِشَامِ بْنِ عُرْوَةَ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنْ عَائِشَةَ، قَالَتْ إِنَّمَا كَانَ فِرَاشُ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم الَّذِي يَنَامُ عَلَيْهِ أَدَمٌ حَشْوُهُ لِيفٌ ‏.‏ قَالَ أَبُو عِيسَى هَذَا حَدِيثٌ حَسَنٌ صَحِيحٌ ‏.‏ قَالَ وَفِي الْبَابِ عَنْ حَفْصَةَ وَجَابِرٍ ‏.‏
"The only bed that the Messenger of Allah had which he slept was stuffed with palm-fibres." This Hadith is Hasan Sahih. He Said: There are narrations on thus topic from Hafsah and Jabir.
Narrated by Narrated 'Aishah:

Context

In this hadith narrated by 'Aishah, it is mentioned that the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) slept on a bed stuffed with palm fibers. This reflects the simplicity and humility of the Prophet's lifestyle, emphasizing that material wealth does not define one's worth or spirituality. The takeaway is the importance of modesty and spiritual purity over material possessions.

Modern Application

Today, this principle can inspire individuals to lead simpler lives, focusing on spiritual growth rather than material accumulation. It encourages people to appreciate what they have and to prioritize their inner values over outward appearances.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Prophetic Conduct and Spiritual Purity because it illustrates the simplicity of the Prophet's lifestyle and the value of prioritizing spiritual over material wealth.

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This hadith is #1815 from Jami` at-Tirmidhi, in the Book of The Book on Clothing. It is graded Hasan and narrated by Narrated 'Aishah:.

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