Sahih al-Bukhari #5564
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) describes a man who drags his Izar (garment) on the ground. This act is seen as a sign of arrogance or pride, leading to a severe consequence where the man is punished by being made to sink into the earth until the Day of Resurrection. The takeaway emphasizes the importance of humility in one's attire and behavior.
Modern Application
In today's world, this hadith reminds us to be mindful of our clothing choices and how they reflect our character. Wearing clothes that are too extravagant or ostentatious can be seen as a form of arrogance. Instead, we should aim for modesty and humility in our dress.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Clothing Etiquette and Islamic Dress Code because it highlights the importance of humility in how one dresses and the consequences of prideful behavior.
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About Sahih al-Bukhari
This hadith is #5564 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Dress. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated `Abdullah bin `Umar:.