Sahih al-Bukhari #1433
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
This hadith describes a moment when the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) was presented with dates after they were freshly harvested. His grandsons, Al-Hasan and Al-Husain, began to play with the dates, but when one of them attempted to eat a date, the Prophet (ﷺ) reminded him that the family of Muhammad does not consume charity. This illustrates the importance of maintaining dignity and propriety regarding charity.
Modern Application
In contemporary life, this hadith teaches Muslims about the importance of understanding the nature of charity and the dignity associated with it. It encourages individuals to be mindful of how they accept and engage with charitable acts, especially if they belong to families with a legacy of honor.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Charity and Zakat because it addresses the principles surrounding the acceptance of charity and the ethical considerations for those who are recipients.
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About Sahih al-Bukhari
This hadith is #1433 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Obligatory Charity Tax (Zakat). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Abu Huraira:.