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This hadith is graded Sahih. Sahih hadiths are considered the most authentic grade in hadith classification.

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This hadith is from Sunan Abu Dawud, which contains 5,276 hadiths across 43 books. It is hadith number 4024 in the Book of Clothing (Kitab Al-Libas).

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Q: What is Sunan Abu Dawud 4024 about?

This hadith from Sunan Abu Dawud (Book of Clothing (Kitab Al-Libas)), narrated by Narrated Mu'adh ibn Anas:, states: "The Prophet (ﷺ) said: If anyone eats food and then says: "Praise be to Allah Who has fed me with this food and provided me with it through no might and power on my part," he will be forgiven his forme…"

Clothing (Kitab Al-Libas)

Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا نُصَيْرُ بْنُ الْفَرَجِ، حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ يَزِيدَ، حَدَّثَنَا سَعِيدٌ، - يَعْنِي ابْنَ أَبِي أَيُّوبَ - عَنْ أَبِي مَرْحُومٍ، عَنْ سَهْلِ بْنِ مُعَاذِ بْنِ أَنَسٍ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ ‏ "‏ مَنْ أَكَلَ طَعَامًا ثُمَّ قَالَ الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَطْعَمَنِي هَذَا الطَّعَامَ وَرَزَقَنِيهِ مِنْ غَيْرِ حَوْلٍ مِنِّي وَلاَ قُوَّةٍ غُفِرَ لَهُ مَا تَقَدَّمَ مِنْ ذَنْبِهِ وَمَا تَأَخَّرَ وَمَنْ لَبِسَ ثَوْبًا فَقَالَ الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي كَسَانِي هَذَا الثَّوْبَ وَرَزَقَنِيهِ مِنْ غَيْرِ حَوْلٍ مِنِّي وَلاَ قُوَّةٍ غُفِرَ لَهُ مَا تَقَدَّمَ مِنْ ذَنْبِهِ وَمَا تَأَخَّرَ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

The Prophet (ﷺ) said: If anyone eats food and then says: "Praise be to Allah Who has fed me with this food and provided me with it through no might and power on my part," he will be forgiven his former and later sins. If anyone puts on a garment and says: "Praise be to Allah Who has clothed me with this and provided me with it through no might and power on my part," he will be forgiven his former and later sins.

Narrated by Narrated Mu'adh ibn Anas:

Context

The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) emphasized the significance of gratitude in this hadith. He stated that when a person eats or wears something, they should acknowledge Allah's provision by expressing thanks. This act of gratitude not only recognizes the source of one's sustenance but also serves as a means of forgiveness for past and future sins.

Modern Application

In our daily lives, taking a moment to express gratitude after meals or when wearing new clothes can foster a sense of appreciation and mindfulness. This practice can enhance our overall well-being and strengthen our connection to the blessings we receive.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Gratitude and Blessings in Food because it emphasizes the importance of thanking Allah for His provisions and recognizing the blessings in our lives.

Gratitude Blessings in Food