Sunan Abu Dawud #3727

Drinks (Kitab Al-Ashribah)
Hasan

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

حَدَّثَنَا الْقَعْنَبِيُّ عَبْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ مَسْلَمَةَ، عَنْ مَالِكٍ، عَنِ ابْنِ شِهَابٍ، عَنْ أَنَسِ بْنِ مَالِكٍ، أَنَّ النَّبِيَّ صلى الله عليه وسلم أُتِيَ بِلَبَنٍ قَدْ شِيبَ بِمَاءٍ وَعَنْ يَمِينِهِ أَعْرَابِيٌّ وَعَنْ يَسَارِهِ أَبُو بَكْرٍ فَشَرِبَ ثُمَّ أَعْطَى الأَعْرَابِيَّ وَقَالَ ‏ "‏ الأَيْمَنَ فَالأَيْمَنَ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
The Prophet (ﷺ) was brought milk that was mixed with water. A nomad Arab was on his right and Abu Bakr was on his left. He himself drank and gave it to the nomad Arab, and said: He who is on the right , then he who is on his right then he who is on his right.
Narrated by Anas b. Malik said:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) demonstrates the importance of hospitality and consideration for others. When served milk mixed with water, he first drinks and then offers it to the nomadic Arab on his right, emphasizing the principle of serving those on one's right first, which reflects kindness and respect in social interactions.

Modern Application

This principle of prioritizing those on our right can be applied in everyday situations, such as during meals or gatherings, where we can show consideration for others by ensuring they are served first. It encourages a culture of respect and hospitality in our communities.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hospitality in Islam and Respectful Communication because it emphasizes the importance of serving guests and treating others with respect and kindness.

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About Sunan Abu Dawud

This hadith is #3727 from Sunan Abu Dawud, in the Book of Drinks (Kitab Al-Ashribah). It is graded Hasan and narrated by Anas b. Malik said:.

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