What is Sunan an-Nasa'i 2994 about?

This hadith from Sunan an-Nasa'i (Book of The Book of Hajj), narrated by It was narrated that Muawiyah said:, states: ""I cut the hair of the Messenger of Allah at Al-Marwah with the edge of a Bedouin arrow."

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Sunan an-Nasa'i #2994

The Book of Hajj

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

أَخْبَرَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ يَحْيَى بْنِ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ الرَّزَّاقِ، قَالَ أَنْبَأَنَا مَعْمَرٌ، عَنِ ابْنِ طَاوُسٍ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنِ ابْنِ عَبَّاسٍ، عَنْ مُعَاوِيَةَ، قَالَ قَصَّرْتُ عَنْ رَسُولِ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم عَلَى الْمَرْوَةِ بِمِشْقَصِ أَعْرَابِيٍّ ‏.‏

"I cut the hair of the Messenger of Allah at Al-Marwah with the edge of a Bedouin arrow.

Narrated by It was narrated that Muawiyah said:

Context

Muawiyah narrates an incident where he cut the hair of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ at Al-Marwah using a Bedouin arrow. This act illustrates the simplicity and practicality of the Prophet's practices during Hajj. It serves as a reminder that rituals can be performed with humility and without extravagance.

Modern Application

In modern times, Muslims often seek to emulate the simplicity of the Prophet's actions during Hajj. This hadith encourages individuals to approach their religious practices with humility and practicality, focusing on the essence of the rituals rather than the material aspects.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hajj because it describes a specific action taken during the pilgrimage, emphasizing the simplicity of the rituals.

Hajj