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This hadith from Sunan Abu Dawud (Book of General Behavior (Kitab Al-Adab)), narrated by Narrated Ash-Sha'bi:, states: "The Prophet (ﷺ) received Ja'far ibn AbuTalib, embraced him and kissed him between both of his eyes (forehead)."

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This hadith is from Sunan Abu Dawud, which contains 5,276 hadiths across 43 books. It is hadith number 5222 in the Book of General Behavior (Kitab Al-Adab).

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Sunan Abu Dawud #5222

General Behavior (Kitab Al-Adab)

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

حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو بَكْرِ بْنُ أَبِي شَيْبَةَ، حَدَّثَنَا عَلِيُّ بْنُ مُسْهِرٍ، عَنْ أَجْلَحَ، عَنِ الشَّعْبِيِّ، أَنَّ النَّبِيَّ صلى الله عليه وسلم تَلَقَّى جَعْفَرَ بْنَ أَبِي طَالِبٍ فَالْتَزَمَهُ وَقَبَّلَ مَا بَيْنَ عَيْنَيْهِ ‏.‏

The Prophet (ﷺ) received Ja'far ibn AbuTalib, embraced him and kissed him between both of his eyes (forehead).

Narrated by Narrated Ash-Sha'bi:

Context

The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) warmly welcomed Ja'far ibn Abu Talib upon his return, embracing him and kissing him on the forehead. This gesture reflects the deep affection and respect the Prophet (ﷺ) had for his companions, showcasing the importance of expressing love and appreciation in relationships.

Modern Application

In contemporary life, this hadith serves as a reminder to show affection and appreciation to our loved ones. Simple gestures of kindness, such as hugs or words of affirmation, can strengthen bonds and foster a sense of belonging.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Respectful Communication and Prophetic Etiquette because it illustrates the Prophet's (ﷺ) manner of expressing love and respect towards others.

Respectful Communication Prophetic Etiquette

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Allah has already forgiven the Prophet and the Muhajireen and the Ansar who followed him in the hour of difficulty after the hearts of a party of them had almost inclined [to doubt], and then He forgave them. Indeed, He was to them Kind and Merciful.

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And We gave him good tidings of Isaac, a prophet from among the righteous.

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