The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
حَدَّثَنَا قُتَيْبَةُ، حَدَّثَنَا جَرِيرٌ، عَنِ الشَّيْبَانِيِّ، عَنْ أَشْعَثَ بْنِ أَبِي الشَّعْثَاءِ، عَنْ مُعَاوِيَةَ بْنِ سُوَيْدِ بْنِ مُقَرِّنٍ، عَنِ الْبَرَاءِ بْنِ عَازِبٍ ـ رضى الله عنهما ـ قَالَ أَمَرَنَا رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم بِسَبْعٍ بِعِيَادَةِ الْمَرِيضِ، وَاتِّبَاعِ الْجَنَائِزِ، وَتَشْمِيتِ الْعَاطِسِ، وَنَصْرِ الضَّعِيفِ، وَعَوْنِ الْمَظْلُومِ، وَإِفْشَاءِ السَّلاَمِ، وَإِبْرَارِ الْمُقْسِمِ، وَنَهَى عَنِ الشُّرْبِ فِي الْفِضَّةِ، وَنَهَانَا عَنْ تَخَتُّمِ الذَّهَبِ، وَعَنْ رُكُوبِ الْمَيَاثِرِ، وَعَنْ لُبْسِ الْحَرِيرِ، وَالدِّيبَاجِ، وَالْقَسِّيِّ، وَالإِسْتَبْرَقِ.
Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) ordered us to do seven (things): to visit the sick, to
follow the funeral processions, to say Tashmit to a sneezer, to help
the weak, to help the oppressed ones, to propagate As-Salam
(greeting), and to help others to fulfill their oaths (if it is not
sinful). He forbade us to drink from silver utensils, to wear gold
rings, to ride on silken saddles, to wear silk clothes, Dibaj (thick
silk cloth), Qassiy and Istabraq (two kinds of silk). (See
Hadith No. 539, Vol. 7)
Narrated by Narrated Al-Bara' bin 'Azib:
Context
In this hadith, Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) outlines a set of important social responsibilities for the Muslim community. He emphasizes the significance of visiting the sick, supporting the oppressed, and spreading peace through greetings. Additionally, he warns against certain practices related to luxury and extravagance, highlighting a balanced approach to life that prioritizes community welfare and humility.
Modern Application
Today, these principles can be applied by actively engaging in community service, such as visiting those who are ill or providing support to those in need. By fostering a culture of kindness and compassion, individuals can contribute positively to their communities and create a more supportive environment for everyone.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Hospitality in Islam and Prophetic Etiquette because it emphasizes the importance of social duties and community support as taught by the Prophet (ﷺ).
Worship Allah and associate nothing with Him, and to parents do good, and to relatives, orphans, the needy, the near neighbor, the neighbor farther away, the companion at your side, the traveler, and those whom your right hands possess. Indeed, Allah does not like those who are self-deluding and boastful.
O you who have believed, do not enter the houses of the Prophet except when you are permitted for a meal, without awaiting its readiness. But when you are invited, then enter; and when you have eaten, disperse without seeking to remain for conversation. Indeed, that [behavior] was troubling the Prophet, and he is shy of [dismissing] you. But Allah is not shy of the truth. And when you ask [his wives] for something, ask them from behind a partition. That is purer for your hearts and their hearts. And it is not [conceivable or lawful] for you to harm the Messenger of Allah or to marry his wives after him, ever. Indeed, that would be in the sight of Allah an enormity.
And what Allah restored to His Messenger from the people of the towns - it is for Allah and for the Messenger and for [his] near relatives and orphans and the [stranded] traveler - so that it will not be a perpetual distribution among the rich from among you. And whatever the Messenger has given you - take; and what he has forbidden you - refrain from. And fear Allah; indeed, Allah is severe in penalty.