Sahih Muslim #5144
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
This hadith recounts that Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) drank from the well of Zamzam while standing. This action reflects the Prophet's (ﷺ) practical approach to fulfilling basic needs, emphasizing that there are no strict rules against drinking while standing, as long as it is done with respect.
Modern Application
In modern life, this hadith encourages us to be flexible in our practices while maintaining respect for traditions. It reminds us that the essence of actions often holds more significance than the specific manner in which they are performed.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Drinking Etiquette because it illustrates the Prophet's (ﷺ) approach to fulfilling basic needs in a respectful manner.
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About Sahih Muslim
This hadith is #5144 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Drinks. It is graded Sahih.