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This hadith from Jami` at-Tirmidhi (Book of Chapters On Zuhd), narrated by Yazid bin Nu'amah Ad-Dabbi narrated that the Messenger of Allah (s.a.w) said:, states: ""When a man becomes the brother of another man,then let him ask him about his name and his father's name and who he is,for indeed it shall nurture affection.""

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This hadith is graded Hasan. Hasan hadiths are considered good and acceptable in hadith classification.

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This hadith is from Jami` at-Tirmidhi, which contains 4,053 hadiths across 49 books. It is hadith number 2462 in the Book of Chapters On Zuhd.

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Jami` at-Tirmidhi #2462

Chapters On Zuhd

Hasan

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

حَدَّثَنَا هَنَّادٌ، وَقُتَيْبَةُ، قَالاَ حَدَّثَنَا حَاتِمُ بْنُ إِسْمَاعِيلَ، عَنْ عِمْرَانَ بْنِ مُسْلِمٍ الْقَصِيرِ، عَنْ سَعِيدِ بْنِ سَلْمَانَ، عَنْ يَزِيدَ بْنِ نُعَامَةَ الضَّبِّيِّ، قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏ "‏ إِذَا آخَى الرَّجُلُ الرَّجُلَ فَلْيَسْأَلْهُ عَنِ اسْمِهِ وَاسْمِ أَبِيهِ وَمِمَّنْ هُوَ فَإِنَّهُ أَوْصَلُ لِلْمَوَدَّةِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏ قَالَ أَبُو عِيسَى هَذَا حَدِيثٌ غَرِيبٌ لاَ نَعْرِفُهُ إِلاَّ مِنْ هَذَا الْوَجْهِ ‏.‏ وَلاَ نَعْرِفُ لِيَزِيدَ بْنِ نُعَامَةَ سَمَاعًا مِنَ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏.‏ وَيُرْوَى عَنِ ابْنِ عُمَرَ عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم نَحْوُ هَذَا وَلاَ يَصِحُّ إِسْنَادُهُ ‏.‏

"When a man becomes the brother of another man,then let him ask him about his name and his father's name and who he is,for indeed it shall nurture affection."

Narrated by Yazid bin Nu'amah Ad-Dabbi narrated that the Messenger of Allah (s.a.w) said:

Context

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ advises that when forming a bond of brotherhood, one should inquire about the names and lineage of the other person. This practice fosters deeper connections and affection among individuals. The emphasis on knowing each other’s backgrounds highlights the importance of respect and understanding in building strong relationships within the community.

Modern Application

In today's diverse society, this principle encourages individuals to engage in meaningful conversations that promote understanding and respect. By learning about each other's backgrounds, we can cultivate stronger relationships and foster a sense of community.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Community and Respectful Communication because it underscores the value of knowing one another to nurture affection and connection.

Community Respectful Communication

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Call them by [the names of] their fathers; it is more just in the sight of Allah. But if you do not know their fathers - then they are [still] your brothers in religion and those entrusted to you. And there is no blame upon you for that in which you have erred but [only for] what your hearts intended. And ever is Allah Forgiving and Merciful.

سُورَةُ يُوسُفَ

Yusuf (Joseph)

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وَلَمَّا جَهَّزَهُم بِجَهَازِهِمْ قَالَ ٱئْتُونِى بِأَخٍۢ لَّكُم مِّنْ أَبِيكُمْ ۚ أَلَا تَرَوْنَ أَنِّىٓ أُوفِى ٱلْكَيْلَ وَأَنَا۠ خَيْرُ ٱلْمُنزِلِينَ

And when he had furnished them with their supplies, he said, "Bring me a brother of yours from your father. Do not you see that I give full measure and that I am the best of accommodators?

وَلَمَّا دَخَلُوا۟ عَلَىٰ يُوسُفَ ءَاوَىٰٓ إِلَيْهِ أَخَاهُ ۖ قَالَ إِنِّىٓ أَنَا۠ أَخُوكَ فَلَا تَبْتَئِسْ بِمَا كَانُوا۟ يَعْمَلُونَ

And when they entered upon Joseph, he took his brother to himself; he said, "Indeed, I am your brother, so do not despair over what they used to do [to me]."

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Al-Hujuraat (The Inner Apartments)

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The believers are but brothers, so make settlement between your brothers. And fear Allah that you may receive mercy.

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At-Tur (The Mount)

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وَأَقْبَلَ بَعْضُهُمْ عَلَىٰ بَعْضٍۢ يَتَسَآءَلُونَ

And they will approach one another, inquiring of each other.

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This hadith is #2462 from Jami` at-Tirmidhi, in the Book of Chapters On Zuhd. It is graded Hasan and narrated by Yazid bin Nu'amah Ad-Dabbi narrated that the Messenger of Allah (s.a.w) said:.

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