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This hadith is graded Da'if. The grade indicates the level of authenticity based on the chain of narration and content analysis.

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This hadith is from Jami` at-Tirmidhi, which contains 4,053 hadiths across 49 books. It is hadith number 1917 in the Book of The Book on Food.

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Q: What is Jami` at-Tirmidhi 1917 about?

This hadith from Jami` at-Tirmidhi (Book of The Book on Food), narrated by Narrated Isma'il bin Abi Khalid:, states: "From his father that Abu Hurairah informed them that the Prophet (ﷺ) said: "When the servant of one of you has endured heat and smoke preparing his food for him, then let him take him by the hand and…"

The Book on Food

Da'if

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

حَدَّثَنَا نَصْرُ بْنُ عَلِيٍّ، حَدَّثَنَا سُفْيَانُ، عَنْ إِسْمَاعِيلَ بْنِ أَبِي خَالِدٍ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، يُخْبِرُهُمْ ذَاكَ عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ ‏ "‏ إِذَا كَفَى أَحَدَكُمْ خَادِمُهُ طَعَامَهُ حَرَّهُ وَدُخَانَهُ فَلْيَأْخُذْ بِيَدِهِ فَلْيُقْعِدْهُ مَعَهُ فَإِنْ أَبَى فَلْيَأْخُذْ لُقْمَةً فَلْيُطْعِمْهَا إِيَّاهُ ‏"‏ ‏.‏ قَالَ أَبُو عِيسَى هَذَا حَدِيثٌ حَسَنٌ صَحِيحٌ ‏.‏ وَأَبُو خَالِدٍ وَالِدُ إِسْمَاعِيلَ اسْمُهُ سَعْدٌ ‏.‏

From his father that Abu Hurairah informed them that the Prophet (ﷺ) said: "When the servant of one of you has endured heat and smoke preparing his food for him, then let him take him by the hand and make him sit him down with him. If he refuses, then let him take a morsel and feed him with it." This Hadith is Hasan Sahih. Abu Khalid is the father of Isma'il, his name is Sa'd.

Narrated by Narrated Isma'il bin Abi Khalid:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) instructs that if a servant has prepared food, the master should invite them to share the meal. This highlights the importance of treating those who serve us with respect and dignity, ensuring they are included in the communal experience of eating. The hadith emphasizes the value of hospitality and kindness towards others.

Modern Application

In modern times, this principle can be applied by ensuring that everyone at a meal is treated equally, regardless of their role. Sharing meals with those who serve us fosters a sense of community and respect.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hospitality in Islam and Etiquette of Sharing because it emphasizes the importance of including everyone in meals and treating them with respect.

Hospitality in Islam Etiquette of Sharing