Jami` at-Tirmidhi #543

The Book on the Two Eids
Hasan

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

حَدَّثَنَا قُتَيْبَةُ، حَدَّثَنَا هُشَيْمٌ، عَنْ مُحَمَّدِ بْنِ إِسْحَاقَ، عَنْ حَفْصِ بْنِ عُبَيْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ أَنَسٍ، عَنْ أَنَسِ بْنِ مَالِكٍ، أَنَّ النَّبِيَّ صلى الله عليه وسلم كَانَ يُفْطِرُ عَلَى تَمَرَاتٍ يَوْمَ الْفِطْرِ قَبْلَ أَنْ يَخْرُجَ إِلَى الْمُصَلَّى ‏.‏ قَالَ أَبُو عِيسَى هَذَا حَدِيثٌ حَسَنٌ غَرِيبٌ صَحِيحٌ ‏.‏
"The Prophet would have a breakfast of dates on the Day of Fitr before leaving for the Musalla."
Narrated by Anas bin Malik narrated:

Context

Anas bin Malik narrates that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would break his fast on the Day of Fitr with dates before heading to the prayer ground. This practice highlights the significance of traditions surrounding Eid and the importance of starting the day with blessings.

Modern Application

Breaking fast with dates on special occasions like Eid can enhance the festive spirit and promote a sense of community. It serves as a reminder of the blessings of food and the importance of sharing with others.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Eating Etiquette and Blessings in Food because it emphasizes the practice of consuming dates as a blessed food before the Eid prayer.

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This hadith is #543 from Jami` at-Tirmidhi, in the Book of The Book on the Two Eids. It is graded Hasan and narrated by Anas bin Malik narrated:.

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