Sahih Muslim #5597

The Book of Greetings
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا قُتَيْبَةُ بْنُ سَعِيدٍ، حَدَّثَنَا لَيْثٌ، ح وَحَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ رُمْحٍ، أَخْبَرَنَا اللَّيْثُ، عَنْ أَبِي الزُّبَيْرِ، عَنْ جَابِرٍ، أَنَّ أُمَّ سَلَمَةَ، اسْتَأْذَنَتْ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم فِي الْحِجَامَةِ فَأَمَرَ النَّبِيُّ صلى الله عليه وسلم أَبَا طَيْبَةَ أَنْ يَحْجُمَهَا ‏.‏ قَالَ حَسِبْتُ أَنَّهُ قَالَ كَانَ أَخَاهَا مِنَ الرَّضَاعَةِ أَوْ غُلاَمًا لَمْ يَحْتَلِمْ ‏.‏
I think he (Abu Taiba) was her faster brother or a young boy before entering upon the adolescent period.
Narrated by Jabir reported that Umm Salama sought permission from Allah's messenger (may Allah's peace upon him) tor getting herself cupped. The Apostle of Allah (ﷺ) asked Abu Taiba to cup her. He (Jabir) said:

Context

This hadith recounts an incident where Umm Salama sought permission from the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) to undergo cupping therapy. The Prophet's approval highlights the importance of seeking permission and the role of trusted individuals in providing care. It reflects the etiquette of consulting others in personal matters.

Modern Application

In modern life, this principle of seeking permission and consulting with trusted individuals can be applied in various situations, such as medical decisions or personal care. It emphasizes the importance of communication and respect in relationships.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Prophetic Etiquette because it illustrates the Prophet's guidance in allowing Umm Salama to receive treatment through cupping.

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This hadith is #5597 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Greetings. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Jabir reported that Umm Salama sought permission from Allah's messenger (may Allah's peace upon him) tor getting herself cupped. The Apostle of Allah (ﷺ) asked Abu Taiba to cup her. He (Jabir) said:.

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