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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 5249 in the Book of The Book of Clothes and Adornment.

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Q: What is Sahih Muslim 5249 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Clothes and Adornment), narrated by Abd al-Rahman reported on the authority of his mother's sister Umm Salama who said that Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said:, states: "He who drank in vessels of gold or silver he in fact drank down in his belly the fire of Hell."

The Book of Clothes and Adornment

Sahih

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

وَحَدَّثَنِي زَيْدُ بْنُ يَزِيدَ أَبُو مَعْنٍ الرَّقَاشِيُّ، حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو عَاصِمٍ، عَنْ عُثْمَانَ، - يَعْنِي ابْنَ مُرَّةَ - حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ عَبْدِ الرَّحْمَنِ، عَنْ خَالَتِهِ أُمِّ سَلَمَةَ، قَالَتْ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏ "‏ مَنْ شَرِبَ فِي إِنَاءٍ مِنْ ذَهَبٍ أَوْ فِضَّةٍ فَإِنَّمَا يُجَرْجِرُ فِي بَطْنِهِ نَارًا مِنْ جَهَنَّمَ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

He who drank in vessels of gold or silver he in fact drank down in his belly the fire of Hell.

Narrated by Abd al-Rahman reported on the authority of his mother's sister Umm Salama who said that Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said:

Context

The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) warned against drinking from vessels made of gold or silver, stating that such actions would lead to consuming fire in the Hereafter. This hadith emphasizes the significance of humility and the dangers of extravagance in one's lifestyle, reminding followers to avoid ostentation.

Modern Application

In contemporary society, this hadith serves as a reminder to practice moderation and avoid excessive displays of wealth. It encourages individuals to choose simple, practical items over luxurious ones, promoting a lifestyle rooted in humility and responsibility.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Drinking Etiquette and Vessels and Utensils because it addresses the proper use of utensils and the moral implications of using extravagant materials.

Drinking Etiquette Vessels and Utensils