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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 1950 in the Book of The Book on Drinks.

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Jami` at-Tirmidhi #1950

Q: What is Jami` at-Tirmidhi 1950 about?

This hadith from Jami` at-Tirmidhi (Book of The Book on Drinks), narrated by Narrated 'Azrah bin Thabit:, states: "From Thumamah, from Anas that: "The Prophet (ﷺ) would breathe three times in the vessel." Another chain from Anas bin Malik: "The Prophet (ﷺ) would breathe three times in the vessel." He said: Thi…"

The Book on Drinks

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 بِذَلِكَ مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ بَشَّارٍ حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ الرَّحْمَنِ بْنُ مَهْدِيٍّ حَدَّثَنَا عَزْرَةُ بْنُ ثَابِتٍ الأَنْصَارِيُّ عَنْ ثُمَامَةَ عَنْ أَنَسِ بْنِ مَالِكٍ أَنَّ النَّبِيَّ صلى الله عليه وسلم كَانَ يَتَنَفَّسُ فِي الإِنَاءِ ثَلاَثًا ‏.‏ قَالَ هَذَا حَدِيثٌ حَسَنٌ صَحِيحٌ ‏.‏

From Thumamah, from Anas that: "The Prophet (ﷺ) would breathe three times in the vessel." Another chain from Anas bin Malik: "The Prophet (ﷺ) would breathe three times in the vessel." He said: This Hadith is Hasan Sahih.

Narrated by Narrated 'Azrah bin Thabit:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ demonstrates proper etiquette while drinking by breathing into the vessel three times. This practice emphasizes mindfulness and cleanliness, reflecting the importance of etiquette in daily actions. It serves as a reminder to be considerate and respectful in our interactions with food and drink.

Modern Application

Today, this principle encourages mindfulness in our daily activities, including eating and drinking. It reminds us to be aware of our actions and their impact on our health and the environment.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Drinking Etiquette because it provides guidance on the proper manner of drinking.

Drinking Etiquette