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Sahih Muslim #7306

The Book of Zuhd and Softening of Hearts
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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.

حَدَّثَنِي أَبُو غَسَّانَ الْمِسْمَعِيُّ، مَالِكُ بْنُ عَبْدِ الْوَاحِدِ حَدَّثَنَا بِشْرُ بْنُ الْمُفَضَّلِ، حَدَّثَنَا سُهَيْلُ بْنُ أَبِي صَالِحٍ، قَالَ سَمِعْتُ ابْنًا، لأَبِي سَعِيدٍ الْخُدْرِيِّ يُحَدِّثُ أَبِي عَنْ أَبِيهِ، قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏ "‏ إِذَا تَثَاوَبَ أَحَدُكُمْ فَلْيُمْسِكْ بِيَدِهِ عَلَى فِيهِ فَإِنَّ الشَّيْطَانَ يَدْخُلُ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
When one of you yawns, he should keep his mouth shut with the help of his hand, for it is the devil that enters therein.
Narrated by The son of Abu Said al-Khudri reported on the authority of his father that Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ provides guidance on proper etiquette when yawning. He advises covering the mouth to prevent the entry of the devil, highlighting the significance of mindfulness and spiritual awareness in everyday actions. This teaching reflects the broader Islamic principle of maintaining decorum and respect in all aspects of life.

Modern Application

In modern society, being aware of one's actions and their implications is essential. This hadith encourages mindfulness in daily behaviors, promoting a sense of respect and consideration for oneself and others.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Spiritual Awareness and Prophetic Etiquette because it illustrates the importance of mindfulness in daily actions and the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ regarding proper conduct.

Spiritual AwarenessProphetic Etiquette

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This hadith is #7306 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Zuhd and Softening of Hearts. It is graded Sahih and narrated by The son of Abu Said al-Khudri reported on the authority of his father that Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said:.

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