Sahih al-Bukhari #6117
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
This hadith recounts an incident involving a young boy who had water from the mouth of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) thrown on his face. This act symbolizes the blessings and affection that the Prophet (ﷺ) extended to those around him, even to children.
Modern Application
In contemporary life, this story encourages us to show kindness and affection to younger generations. It serves as a reminder of the importance of nurturing relationships and sharing blessings with others.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Blessings of Allah and Prophetic Conduct because it illustrates the Prophet's (ﷺ) compassionate nature and the blessings associated with his actions.
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About Sahih al-Bukhari
This hadith is #6117 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Invocations. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Mahmud bin Ar-Rabi:.