Is this hadith authentic?

This hadith is graded Hasan. Hasan hadiths are considered good and acceptable 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 4110 in the Book of Clothing (Kitab Al-Libas).

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Q: What is Sunan Abu Dawud 4110 about?

This hadith from Sunan Abu Dawud (Book of Clothing (Kitab Al-Libas)), narrated by The tradition mentioned about has also been transmitted by 'Aishah through a different chain of narrators. This version has:, states: "He (the Prophet) exiled him and he lived in a desert (outside Medina). He would come every Friday asking for food."

Clothing (Kitab Al-Libas)

Hasan

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

حَدَّثَنَا أَحْمَدُ بْنُ صَالِحٍ، حَدَّثَنَا ابْنُ وَهْبٍ، أَخْبَرَنِي يُونُسُ، عَنِ ابْنِ شِهَابٍ، عَنْ عُرْوَةَ، عَنْ عَائِشَةَ، بِهَذَا الْحَدِيثِ زَادَ وَأَخْرَجَهُ فَكَانَ بِالْبَيْدَاءِ يَدْخُلُ كُلَّ جُمُعَةٍ يَسْتَطْعِمُ ‏.‏

He (the Prophet) exiled him and he lived in a desert (outside Medina). He would come every Friday asking for food.

Narrated by The tradition mentioned about has also been transmitted by 'Aishah through a different chain of narrators. This version has:

Context

This hadith recounts an incident where the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) exiled a person who lived in a desert but would come to Medina every Friday seeking food. This situation reflects the importance of community support and hospitality, as the Prophet's actions highlight the need to care for those who are in need, regardless of their circumstances.

Modern Application

In today's society, this principle can be seen in community outreach programs that provide food and assistance to those in need. It encourages individuals and organizations to extend hospitality and support to marginalized members of the community.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Community and Hospitality in Islam because it illustrates the significance of supporting and caring for individuals within a community.

Community Hospitality in Islam