Sunan Abu Dawud #3103

Funerals (Kitab Al-Jana'iz)
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ مُحَمَّدٍ النُّفَيْلِيُّ، حَدَّثَنَا حَجَّاجُ بْنُ مُحَمَّدٍ، عَنْ يُونُسَ بْنِ أَبِي إِسْحَاقَ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنْ زَيْدِ بْنِ أَرْقَمَ، قَالَ عَادَنِي رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم مِنْ وَجَعٍ كَانَ بِعَيْنَىَّ ‏.‏
The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) visited me while I was suffering from pain in my eyes.
Narrated by Narrated Zayd ibn Arqam:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) shows compassion by visiting a companion who was suffering from eye pain. This act of visiting the sick demonstrates the importance of empathy and support within the community. It serves as a reminder of the Prophet's caring nature and his commitment to the well-being of others.

Modern Application

Today, this principle encourages individuals to check on friends and family who may be unwell. Simple acts of kindness, such as visiting those in need or offering support, can have a significant impact on someone's emotional and physical health.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Compassion and Hospitality in Islam because it exemplifies the Prophet's kindness towards those who are suffering and the importance of caring for one another.

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About Sunan Abu Dawud

This hadith is #3103 from Sunan Abu Dawud, in the Book of Funerals (Kitab Al-Jana'iz). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Zayd ibn Arqam:.

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