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Sunan Abu Dawud #4210

Combing the Hair (Kitab Al-Tarajjul)
Hasan Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ عُبَيْدٍ، حَدَّثَنَا حَمَّادٌ، عَنْ ثَابِتٍ، عَنْ أَنَسٍ، أَنَّهُ سُئِلَ عَنْ خِضَابِ النَّبِيِّ، صلى الله عليه وسلم فَذَكَرَ أَنَّهُ لَمْ يَخْضِبْ وَلَكِنْ قَدْ خَضَبَ أَبُو بَكْرٍ وَعُمَرُ رَضِيَ اللَّهُ عَنْهُمَا ‏.‏
He did not dye his hair, but Abu Bakr and 'Umar dyed their hair.
Narrated by Thabit said that Anas was asked about the hair-dye of the Prophet (ﷺ). He replied:

Context

In this hadith, Anas is asked about the hair-dye of the Prophet (ﷺ). He clarifies that the Prophet (ﷺ) did not dye his hair, although his companions Abu Bakr and Umar did. This reflects the Prophet's (ﷺ) approach to personal grooming and the practices of his companions.

Modern Application

This hadith can inspire individuals to reflect on their personal grooming choices and the significance of authenticity. It encourages a balance between personal appearance and adherence to one's values.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Islamic Dress Code and Adornment Guidelines because it discusses the practices related to personal grooming and the standards set by the Prophet (ﷺ).

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About Sunan Abu Dawud

This hadith is #4210 from Sunan Abu Dawud, in the Book of Combing the Hair (Kitab Al-Tarajjul). It is graded Hasan Sahih and narrated by Thabit said that Anas was asked about the hair-dye of the Prophet (ﷺ). He replied:.

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