Sahih Muslim #2733
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, Al-Sa'b b. Jaththama presented the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) with a part of a wild ass. The Prophet (ﷺ) refused the gift, indicating that it was not appropriate for him to accept it. This situation highlights the importance of understanding the context and appropriateness of gifts, especially in a religious setting.
Modern Application
Today, this principle can be applied in various social situations where the appropriateness of gifts is considered. Individuals should be mindful of cultural and religious contexts when giving or receiving gifts, ensuring they align with the values and norms of the recipient.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it illustrates the importance of accurately transmitting the events and teachings of the Prophet (ﷺ) and understanding the context of actions taken.
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About Sahih Muslim
This hadith is #2733 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Pilgrimage. It is graded Sahih and narrated by The narration transmitted by Hakam (the words are):.