Sunan Abu Dawud #5102

General Behavior (Kitab Al-Adab)
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا قُتَيْبَةُ بْنُ سَعِيدٍ، وَمُسَدَّدٌ، - الْمَعْنَى - قَالاَ حَدَّثَنَا جَعْفَرُ بْنُ سُلَيْمَانَ، عَنْ ثَابِتٍ، عَنْ أَنَسٍ، قَالَ أَصَابَنَا وَنَحْنُ مَعَ رَسُولِ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم مَطَرٌ فَخَرَجَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم فَحَسَرَ ثَوْبَهُ عَنْهُ حَتَّى أَصَابَهُ فَقُلْنَا يَا رَسُولَ اللَّهِ لِمَ صَنَعْتَ هَذَا قَالَ ‏ "‏ لأَنَّهُ حَدِيثُ عَهْدٍ بِرَبِّهِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
Because it has recently been with its Lord.
Narrated by Anas said; A shower of rain fell on us when we were with the Messenger of Allah (May peace be upon him). The Messenger of Allah (May peace be upon him) went out and removed his garment till some of the rain fell on him. We asked him; apostle of Allah! Why did you do this? He replied:

Context

Anas narrates an incident where the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) exposed himself to rain, explaining that it was a recent gift from Allah. This act demonstrates the Prophet's (ﷺ) connection to nature and his appreciation for the blessings of Allah, encouraging a sense of gratitude and awareness of the natural world.

Modern Application

In today's fast-paced life, taking a moment to appreciate nature and its blessings can enhance well-being. This hadith encourages individuals to connect with their surroundings and express gratitude for the simple gifts of life.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Rain because it reflects the Prophet's (ﷺ) appreciation for natural phenomena as blessings from Allah.

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This hadith is #5102 from Sunan Abu Dawud, in the Book of General Behavior (Kitab Al-Adab). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Anas said; A shower of rain fell on us when we were with the Messenger of Allah (May peace be upon him). The Messenger of Allah (May peace be upon him) went out and removed his garment till some of the rain fell on him. We asked him; apostle of Allah! Why did you do this? He replied:.

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