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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 2502 in the Book of Gifts.

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Q: What is Sahih al-Bukhari 2502 about?

This hadith from Sahih al-Bukhari (Book of Gifts), narrated by Narrated Sahl bin Sa`d:, states: "A drink (of milk and water) was brought to Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) while a boy was sitting on his right side and old men were sitting on his left side. He asked the boy, "Will you allow me to give it t…"

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Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا قُتَيْبَةُ، عَنْ مَالِكٍ، عَنْ أَبِي حَازِمٍ، عَنْ سَهْلِ بْنِ سَعْدٍ ـ رضى الله عنه ـ أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم أُتِيَ بِشَرَابٍ، وَعَنْ يَمِينِهِ غُلاَمٌ وَعَنْ يَسَارِهِ أَشْيَاخٌ، فَقَالَ لِلْغُلاَمِ ‏ "‏ أَتَأْذَنُ لِي أَنْ أُعْطِيَ هَؤُلاَءِ ‏"‏‏.‏ فَقَالَ الْغُلاَمُ لاَ، وَاللَّهِ لاَ أُوثِرُ بِنَصِيبِي مِنْكَ أَحَدًا‏.‏ فَتَلَّهُ فِي يَدِهِ‏.‏

A drink (of milk and water) was brought to Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) while a boy was sitting on his right side and old men were sitting on his left side. He asked the boy, "Will you allow me to give it to these (people)?" The boy said, "No, by Allah, I will not allow anyone to take my right from you." Then the Prophet put the bowl in the boy's hand.

Narrated by Narrated Sahl bin Sa`d:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) demonstrates respect for the feelings of a young boy by asking for permission to share a drink with others. The boy's refusal shows his attachment to the Prophet, and the Prophet honors that by giving the drink to him instead.

Modern Application

This principle highlights the importance of respectful communication and consideration for others' feelings. In everyday interactions, it encourages individuals to seek consent and show respect for personal boundaries.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hospitality in Islam and Respectful Communication because it illustrates the importance of honoring personal preferences and fostering respectful interactions.

Hospitality in Islam Respectful Communication