The Prophet (ﷺ) made a bond of brotherhood between Salman and Abu Ad-Darda.' Salman paid a visit to
Abu Ad-Darda' and found Um Ad-Darda' dressed in shabby clothes and asked her why she was in that
state. She replied, "Your brother Abu Ad-Darda' is not interested in (the luxuries of) this world." In
the meantime Abu Ad-Darda' came and prepared a meal for Salman. Salman requested Abu Ad-
Darda' to eat (with him), but Abu Ad-Darda' said, "I am fasting." Salman said, "I am not going to eat
unless you eat." So, Abu Ad-Darda' ate (with Salman). When it was night and (a part of the night
passed), Abu Ad-Darda' got up (to offer the night prayer), but Salman told him to sleep and Abu Ad-
Darda' slept. After sometime Abu Ad-Darda' again got up but Salman told him to sleep. When it was
the last hours of the night, Salman told him to get up then, and both of them offered the prayer.
Salman told Abu Ad-Darda', "Your Lord has a right on you, your soul has a right on you, and your
family has a right on you; so you should give the rights of all those who has a right on you." Abu Ad-
Darda' came to the Prophet (ﷺ) and narrated the whole story. The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "Salman has spoken the
truth."
Narrated by Narrated Abu Juhaifa:
Context
This hadith describes the bond of brotherhood established by the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) between Salman and Abu Darda. Salman’s visit to Abu Darda reveals the importance of mutual support and the balance between spiritual and worldly responsibilities, as he advises Abu Darda to fulfill his obligations to himself and his family.
Modern Application
In contemporary life, this hadith encourages Muslims to maintain a balance between spiritual pursuits and personal responsibilities. It highlights the importance of hospitality and caring for one another within the community.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Fasting and Hospitality in Islam because it illustrates the significance of hospitality and the balance of rights among oneself, family, and community.
[David] said, "He has certainly wronged you in demanding your ewe [in addition] to his ewes. And indeed, many associates oppress one another, except for those who believe and do righteous deeds - and few are they." And David became certain that We had tried him, and he asked forgiveness of his Lord and fell down bowing [in prostration] and turned in repentance [to Allah].
And he who does not find [a slave] - then a fast for two months consecutively before they touch one another; and he who is unable - then the feeding of sixty poor persons. That is for you to believe [completely] in Allah and His Messenger; and those are the limits [set by] Allah. And for the disbelievers is a painful punishment.
O you who have believed, do not enter the houses of the Prophet except when you are permitted for a meal, without awaiting its readiness. But when you are invited, then enter; and when you have eaten, disperse without seeking to remain for conversation. Indeed, that [behavior] was troubling the Prophet, and he is shy of [dismissing] you. But Allah is not shy of the truth. And when you ask [his wives] for something, ask them from behind a partition. That is purer for your hearts and their hearts. And it is not [conceivable or lawful] for you to harm the Messenger of Allah or to marry his wives after him, ever. Indeed, that would be in the sight of Allah an enormity.
And recite to them the story of Adam's two sons, in truth, when they both offered a sacrifice [to Allah], and it was accepted from one of them but was not accepted from the other. Said [the latter], "I will surely kill you." Said [the former], "Indeed, Allah only accepts from the righteous [who fear Him].