What is Sahih al-Bukhari 5477 about?

This hadith from Sahih al-Bukhari (Book of Medicine), narrated by Narrated Ibn `Abbas:, states: "The Prophet (ﷺ) was cupped and he paid the wages to the one who had cupped him and then took Su'ut (Medicine sniffed by nose)."

Is this hadith authentic?

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

Which collection is this hadith from?

This hadith is from Sahih al-Bukhari, which contains 7,277 hadiths across 97 books. It is hadith number 5477 in the Book of Medicine.

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Sahih al-Bukhari #5477

Medicine

Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا مُعَلَّى بْنُ أَسَدٍ، حَدَّثَنَا وُهَيْبٌ، عَنِ ابْنِ طَاوُسٍ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنِ ابْنِ عَبَّاسٍ ـ رضى الله عنهما ـ عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم احْتَجَمَ وَأَعْطَى الْحَجَّامَ أَجْرَهُ وَاسْتَعَطَ‏.‏

The Prophet (ﷺ) was cupped and he paid the wages to the one who had cupped him and then took Su'ut (Medicine sniffed by nose).

Narrated by Narrated Ibn `Abbas:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) demonstrates the importance of fair compensation for labor. After undergoing cupping therapy, he pays the practitioner for their service, setting a precedent for valuing work and ensuring that workers receive their due wages. This act reflects the ethical treatment of laborers and the significance of fulfilling financial obligations.

Modern Application

Today, ensuring fair wages and recognizing the effort of workers is crucial in various industries. Employers can foster a positive work environment by valuing their employees' contributions and ensuring they are compensated fairly, mirroring the Prophet's (ﷺ) example.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Wages and Labor because it highlights the importance of compensating workers for their services, as demonstrated by the Prophet's (ﷺ) actions.

Wages and Labor