Sahih Muslim #6143
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
In this hadith, 'A'isha reports a moment when the Angel Gabriel conveyed greetings to her from Allah's Messenger (ﷺ). This interaction highlights the significance of greetings in Islamic culture, emphasizing respect and kindness. The Prophet's acknowledgment of Gabriel's message illustrates the importance of maintaining good relations and the value of peace in communication.
Modern Application
In today's world, the act of greeting others warmly can foster a sense of community and belonging. Simple gestures like saying 'hello' or 'peace be upon you' can create positive interactions and strengthen relationships among friends, family, and even strangers.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Respectful Greetings and Prophetic Etiquette because it shows the importance of conveying greetings and maintaining respectful communication, as exemplified by the Prophet's (ﷺ) response.
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About Sahih Muslim
This hadith is #6143 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of the Merits of the Companions. It is graded Sahih and narrated by 'A'isha reported that Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said to her:.