Jami` at-Tirmidhi #1916

The Book on Food
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا مَحْمُودُ بْنُ غَيْلاَنَ، حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو أَحْمَدَ الزُّبَيْرِيُّ، وَأَبُو نُعَيْمٍ قَالاَ حَدَّثَنَا سُفْيَانُ، عَنْ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ عِيسَى، عَنْ رَجُلٍ، يُقَالُ لَهُ عَطَاءٌ مِنْ أَهْلِ الشَّامِ عَنْ أَبِي أَسِيدٍ قَالَ قَالَ النَّبِيُّ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏ "‏ كُلُوا الزَّيْتَ وَادَّهِنُوا بِهِ فَإِنَّهُ مِنْ شَجَرَةٍ مُبَارَكَةٍ ‏"‏ ‏.‏ قَالَ أَبُو عِيسَى هَذَا حَدِيثٌ غَرِيبٌ مِنْ هَذَا الْوَجْهِ إِنَّمَا نَعْرِفُهُ مِنْ حَدِيثِ سُفْيَانَ الثَّوْرِيِّ عَنْ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ عِيسَى ‏.‏
"The Prophet (ﷺ) said: Eat of its oil and use it (the olives), for indeed it is from a blessed tree." This Hadith is Gharib from this route. We only know of it from the narration of Sufyan At-Thawri, from 'Abdullah bin 'Eisa.
Narrated by Narrated Abu Asid:

Context

The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) spoke about the blessings of olive oil, referring to it as coming from a blessed tree. This hadith encourages the consumption and use of olive oil, highlighting its nutritional and health benefits. It reflects the Prophet's appreciation for natural resources and their positive impact on well-being.

Modern Application

In contemporary life, this principle can be applied by incorporating healthy oils like olive oil into our diets. Understanding the benefits of natural foods can lead to healthier eating habits and improved overall health.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Eating Etiquette and Blessings in Food because it emphasizes the significance of consuming wholesome foods and recognizing their benefits.

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This hadith is #1916 from Jami` at-Tirmidhi, in the Book of The Book on Food. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Abu Asid:.

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