Is this hadith authentic?

This hadith is graded Sahih. Sahih hadiths are considered the most authentic grade in hadith classification.

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This hadith is from Sahih al-Bukhari, which contains 7,277 hadiths across 97 books. It is hadith number 1634 in the Book of Hajj (Pilgrimage).

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Sahih al-Bukhari #1634

Q: What is Sahih al-Bukhari 1634 about?

This hadith from Sahih al-Bukhari (Book of Hajj (Pilgrimage)), narrated by Narrated `Aisha:, states: "I twisted with my own hands the garlands for the Budn of the Prophet (ﷺ) who garlanded and marked them, and then made them proceed to Mecca; Yet no permissible thing was regarded as illegal for him…"

Hajj (Pilgrimage)

Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو نُعَيْمٍ، حَدَّثَنَا أَفْلَحُ، عَنِ الْقَاسِمِ، عَنْ عَائِشَةَ ـ رضى الله عنها ـ قَالَتْ فَتَلْتُ قَلاَئِدَ بُدْنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم بِيَدَىَّ، ثُمَّ قَلَّدَهَا وَأَشْعَرَهَا وَأَهْدَاهَا، فَمَا حَرُمَ عَلَيْهِ شَىْءٌ كَانَ أُحِلَّ لَهُ‏.‏

I twisted with my own hands the garlands for the Budn of the Prophet (ﷺ) who garlanded and marked them, and then made them proceed to Mecca; Yet no permissible thing was regarded as illegal for him then.

Narrated by Narrated `Aisha:

Context

This hadith recounts an event where Aisha personally prepared the garlands for the sacrificial animals of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ). It illustrates the Prophet's actions during the Hajj season, where he engaged in rituals that were permissible for him. The emphasis is on the significance of preparation and the rituals associated with Hajj, showcasing the Prophet's active participation.

Modern Application

In modern times, this hadith serves as a reminder of the importance of preparation for significant religious events like Hajj. Many Muslims engage in various activities to prepare for their pilgrimage, ensuring they are ready for the spiritual journey ahead.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hajj because it describes the actions and rituals associated with the pilgrimage, emphasizing the Prophet's involvement in the preparation for Hajj.

Hajj