Sahih Muslim #2357
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) corrects Hasan b. 'Ali when he attempts to eat from the dates of charity (sadaqa). The Prophet's response highlights the principle that he and his family do not consume charity, reinforcing the values of humility and the distinction between personal and communal resources.
Modern Application
In everyday life, this hadith reminds us of the importance of generosity and the ethical considerations surrounding charity. It encourages individuals to be mindful of how they engage with charitable acts, ensuring they respect the intentions behind such gifts.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Charity because it illustrates the ethical guidelines regarding the consumption of sadaqa, emphasizing the importance of respecting charitable contributions.
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About Sahih Muslim
This hadith is #2357 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Zakat. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Abu Huraira reported that Hasan b. 'Ali took one of The dates of the sadaqa and put it in his mouth, whereupon the Prophet (ﷺ) said:.