Sahih al-Bukhari #5724
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
Aisha (ra) recounts that the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) would not leave any objects with images or crosses in his home, as he would obliterate them. This behavior reflects the Prophet's (ﷺ) commitment to maintaining a space free from images that could distract from worship or convey inappropriate messages. It highlights the significance of purity in one's environment.
Modern Application
In contemporary life, this hadith encourages individuals to be mindful of the images and decorations in their homes. It serves as a reminder to create an environment that aligns with Islamic values and promotes spiritual focus.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Image-Making because it emphasizes the Prophet's (ﷺ) stance on the presence of images in one's living space.
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About Sahih al-Bukhari
This hadith is #5724 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Dress. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated `Aisha:.