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Sahih Muslim #5138

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

حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ الْمُثَنَّى، حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ الأَعْلَى، حَدَّثَنَا سَعِيدٌ، عَنْ قَتَادَةَ، عَنْ أَنَسٍ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم أَنَّهُ نَهَى أَنْ يَشْرَبَ الرَّجُلُ قَائِمًا ‏.‏ قَالَ قَتَادَةُ فَقُلْنَا فَالأَكْلُ فَقَالَ ذَاكَ أَشَرُّ أَوْ أَخْبَثُ ‏.‏
We said to him: What about eating? Thereupon he (Anas) said: That is even worse and more detestable (abominable).
Narrated by Anas reported that Allah's Apostle (ﷺ) forbade that a person should drink while standing. Qatada reported:

Context

This hadith conveys the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ prohibition against drinking while standing. It reflects a broader principle of etiquette and mindfulness in daily activities, encouraging individuals to adopt more respectful and considerate behaviors.

Modern Application

In everyday life, this principle can be seen in the importance of practicing good manners and etiquette. Whether at home or in public, being mindful of how we conduct ourselves during meals can enhance social interactions.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Drinking Etiquette and Prophetic Etiquette because it addresses the proper manner of drinking, emphasizing respect and mindfulness.

Drinking EtiquetteProphetic Etiquette

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This hadith is #5138 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Drinks. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Anas reported that Allah's Apostle (ﷺ) forbade that a person should drink while standing. Qatada reported:.

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