What is Sahih Muslim 5033 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Drinks), narrated by Abu Huraira reported that Allah's Apostle (ﷺ) said to the group of Abd al-Qais:, states: "I forbid you (to prepare Nabidh) in gourd. and green pitcher, hollow stump and varnished jar and the waterskin having its upper end cut, but (prepare it) in your small waterskin, and tie its mouth"

Is this hadith authentic?

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

Which collection is this hadith from?

This hadith is from Sahih Muslim, which contains 7,459 hadiths across 57 books. It is hadith number 5033 in the Book of The Book of Drinks.

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Sahih Muslim #5033

The Book of Drinks

Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا نَصْرُ بْنُ عَلِيٍّ الْجَهْضَمِيُّ، أَخْبَرَنَا نُوحُ بْنُ قَيْسٍ، حَدَّثَنَا ابْنُ عَوْنٍ، عَنْ مُحَمَّدٍ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، أَنَّ النَّبِيَّ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ لِوَفْدِ عَبْدِ الْقَيْسِ ‏ "‏ أَنْهَاكُمْ عَنِ الدُّبَّاءِ وَالْحَنْتَمِ وَالنَّقِيرِ وَالْمُقَيَّرِ - وَالْحَنْتَمُ الْمَزَادَةُ الْمَجْبُوبَةُ - وَلَكِنِ اشْرَبْ فِي سِقَائِكَ وَأَوْكِهِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

I forbid you (to prepare Nabidh) in gourd. and green pitcher, hollow stump and varnished jar and the waterskin having its upper end cut, but (prepare it) in your small waterskin, and tie its mouth

Narrated by Abu Huraira reported that Allah's Apostle (ﷺ) said to the group of Abd al-Qais:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) addresses a delegation from Abd al-Qais, prohibiting certain vessels for preparing Nabidh. This guidance reflects the importance of adhering to dietary laws and etiquette in consuming beverages. The takeaway is the emphasis on following prescribed guidelines in daily practices.

Modern Application

This hadith serves as a reminder to be mindful of dietary choices and the vessels we use. It encourages individuals to consider the implications of their choices on health and spirituality.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Dietary Laws and Drinking Etiquette because it provides specific guidance on acceptable practices related to food and drink.

Dietary Laws Drinking Etiquette