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This hadith is from Jami` at-Tirmidhi, which contains 4,053 hadiths across 49 books. It is hadith number 3732 in the Book of Chapters on Virtues.

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Q: What is Jami` at-Tirmidhi 3732 about?

This hadith from Jami` at-Tirmidhi (Book of Chapters on Virtues), narrated by Narrated 'Urwah:, states: "that 'Aishah said: "The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) did not speak quickly like you do now, rather he would speak so clearly, unmistakably, that those who sat with him would memorize it.""

Chapters on Virtues

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 حُمَيْدُ بْنُ مَسْعَدَةَ، حَدَّثَنَا حُمَيْدُ بْنُ الأَسْوَدِ، عَنْ أُسَامَةَ بْنِ زَيْدٍ، عَنِ الزُّهْرِيِّ، عَنْ عُرْوَةَ، عَنْ عَائِشَةَ، قَالَتْ مَا كَانَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم يَسْرُدُ سَرْدَكُمْ هَذَا وَلَكِنَّهُ كَانَ يَتَكَلَّمُ بِكَلاَمٍ بَيْنَهُ فَصْلٌ يَحْفَظُهُ مَنْ جَلَسَ إِلَيْهِ ‏.‏ قَالَ أَبُو عِيسَى هَذَا حَدِيثٌ حَسَنٌ صَحِيحٌ لاَ نَعْرِفُهُ إِلاَّ مِنْ حَدِيثِ الزُّهْرِيِّ وَقَدْ رَوَاهُ يُونُسُ بْنُ يَزِيدَ عَنِ الزُّهْرِيِّ ‏.‏

that 'Aishah said: "The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) did not speak quickly like you do now, rather he would speak so clearly, unmistakably, that those who sat with him would memorize it."

Narrated by Narrated 'Urwah:

Context

Aisha describes the Prophet Muhammad's (ﷺ) manner of speaking, noting that he spoke clearly and deliberately, allowing those around him to easily memorize his words. This highlights the importance of effective communication and the impact of the Prophet's teaching style on his companions.

Modern Application

In today's fast-paced world, this hadith serves as a reminder of the value of clear and thoughtful communication. Taking the time to articulate our thoughts can enhance understanding and foster better relationships.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Prophetic Conduct and Respectful Communication because it illustrates the Prophet's method of communication that facilitated learning and retention among his companions.

Prophetic Conduct Respectful Communication