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This hadith is graded Sahih. Sahih hadiths are considered the most authentic grade in hadith classification.

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This hadith is from Sahih Muslim, which contains 7,459 hadiths across 57 books. It is hadith number 4850 in the Book of The Book of Hunting, Slaughter, and what may be Eaten.

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Q: What is Sahih Muslim 4850 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Hunting, Slaughter, and what may be Eaten), narrated by Abu Tha'laba reported Allah's Apostle (ﷺ) as saying about one who comes three days later on the game he has shot:, states: "Eat it, provided it has not gone rotten."

The Book of Hunting, Slaughter, and what may be Eaten

Sahih

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

وَحَدَّثَنِي مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ أَحْمَدَ بْنِ أَبِي خَلَفٍ، حَدَّثَنَا مَعْنُ بْنُ عِيسَى، حَدَّثَنِي مُعَاوِيَةُ، عَنْ عَبْدِ الرَّحْمَنِ بْنِ جُبَيْرِ بْنِ نُفَيْرٍ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنْ أَبِي ثَعْلَبَةَ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم فِي الَّذِي يُدْرِكُ صَيْدَهُ بَعْدَ ثَلاَثٍ ‏ "‏ فَكُلْهُ مَا لَمْ يُنْتِنْ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

Eat it, provided it has not gone rotten.

Narrated by Abu Tha'laba reported Allah's Apostle (ﷺ) as saying about one who comes three days later on the game he has shot:

Context

This hadith discusses the permissibility of consuming game that has been hunted, provided it has not spoiled after three days. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) provides guidance on dietary practices, indicating that one can eat what is permissible as long as it remains wholesome. This reflects the broader theme of gratitude for sustenance and the importance of food safety.

Modern Application

In today's context, this hadith encourages mindfulness about food consumption and waste. It promotes the idea of appreciating the blessings of food while also being aware of its freshness and safety, which is crucial in maintaining health and well-being.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Eating Etiquette and Blessings in Food because it addresses proper food consumption practices and the appreciation of sustenance.

Eating Etiquette Blessings in Food