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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 1951 in the Book of The Book on Drinks.

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Jami` at-Tirmidhi #1951

Q: What is Jami` at-Tirmidhi 1951 about?

This hadith from Jami` at-Tirmidhi (Book of The Book on Drinks), narrated by Narrated Ibn 'Abbas:, states: "That the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: "Let none of you drink all at once like the camel. But drink two or three times, mentioning Allah's Name when you drink, and praising Him when you (finish)." T…"

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 أَبُو كُرَيْبٍ، حَدَّثَنَا وَكِيعٌ، عَنْ يَزِيدَ بْنِ سِنَانٍ الْجَزَرِيِّ، عَنِ ابْنٍ لِعَطَاءِ بْنِ أَبِي رَبَاحٍ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنِ ابْنِ عَبَّاسٍ، قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏ "‏ لاَ تَشْرَبُوا وَاحِدًا كَشُرْبِ الْبَعِيرِ وَلَكِنِ اشْرَبُوا مَثْنَى وَثُلاَثَ وَسَمُّوا إِذَا أَنْتُمْ شَرِبْتُمْ وَاحْمَدُوا إِذَا أَنْتُمْ رَفَعْتُمْ ‏"‏ ‏.‏ قَالَ أَبُو عِيسَى هَذَا حَدِيثٌ غَرِيبٌ ‏.‏ وَيَزِيدُ بْنُ سِنَانٍ الْجَزَرِيُّ هُوَ أَبُو فَرْوَةَ الرُّهَاوِيُّ ‏.‏

That the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: "Let none of you drink all at once like the camel. But drink two or three times, mentioning Allah's Name when you drink, and praising Him when you (finish)." This Hadith is Gharib. Yazid bin Sinan Al-Jazari is Abu Farwah Ar-Ruhawi.

Narrated by Narrated Ibn 'Abbas:

Context

In this hadith narrated by Ibn 'Abbas, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) advises against drinking all at once, likening it to the way camels drink. Instead, he encourages drinking in two or three sips while invoking the name of Allah. This guidance reflects the importance of moderation and mindfulness in our daily habits.

Modern Application

This principle can be applied in our daily lives by promoting mindful eating and drinking practices. Taking the time to appreciate our food and drink, while also expressing gratitude, can enhance our overall well-being and foster a deeper connection to our meals.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Drinking Etiquette and Blessings in Food because it emphasizes the manner of drinking and the importance of invoking Allah's name and gratitude.

Drinking Etiquette Blessings in Food