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Sahih Muslim #5929

The Book of Virtues
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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 مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ جَعْفَرٍ، حَدَّثَنَا شُعْبَةُ، عَنْ سِمَاكٍ، قَالَ سَمِعْتُ جَابِرَ بْنَ سَمُرَةَ، قَالَ رَأَيْتُ خَاتِمًا فِي ظَهْرِ رَسُولِ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم كَأَنَّهُ بَيْضَةُ حَمَامٍ ‏.‏
I saw the seal on his back as if it were a pigeon's egg.
Narrated by Jabir. Samura reported:

Context

In this hadith, Jabir b. Samura describes the seal on the back of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, likening it to a pigeon's egg. This description adds to the understanding of the Prophet's physical characteristics and serves as a reminder of his unique status among humanity.

Modern Application

In contemporary discussions, this hadith can inspire individuals to appreciate the significance of personal characteristics and the stories they tell. It encourages a deeper understanding of historical figures and their impact on society.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Prophetic Authority and Prophetic Biography because it provides insight into the physical attributes of the Prophet, enhancing our understanding of his life.

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This hadith is #5929 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Virtues. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Jabir. Samura reported:.

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