Sahih al-Bukhari #5974

Good Manners and Form (Al-Adab)
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا آدَمُ، حَدَّثَنَا شُعْبَةُ، عَنْ ثَابِتٍ الْبُنَانِيِّ، عَنْ أَنَسِ بْنِ مَالِكٍ، قَالَ كَانَ النَّبِيُّ صلى الله عليه وسلم فِي مَسِيرٍ لَهُ فَحَدَا الْحَادِي، فَقَالَ النَّبِيُّ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏ "‏ ارْفُقْ يَا أَنْجَشَةُ، وَيْحَكَ، بِالْقَوَارِيرِ ‏"‏‏.‏
Once the Prophet (ﷺ) was on one of his journeys, and the driver of the camels started chanting (to let the camels go fast). The Prophet (ﷺ) said to him. "(Take care) Drive slowly with the glass vessels, O Anjasha! Waihaka (May Allah be Merciful to you).
Narrated by Narrated Anas bin Malik:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) advises a camel driver named Anjasha to be gentle while driving the camels, referring to them as 'glass vessels.' This metaphor highlights the fragility of both the camels and the passengers. The Prophet's (ﷺ) guidance reflects his deep concern for the well-being of others and the importance of kindness in all actions.

Modern Application

Today, this hadith serves as a reminder to practice gentleness and care in our interactions with others. Whether driving a vehicle or handling delicate situations, it encourages us to be mindful of how our actions affect those around us.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Prophetic Etiquette because it illustrates the Prophet's (ﷺ) emphasis on kindness and consideration in everyday conduct.

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This hadith is #5974 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Good Manners and Form (Al-Adab). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Anas bin Malik:.

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