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This hadith is graded Sahih. Sahih hadiths are considered the most authentic grade in hadith classification.

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Sunan an-Nasa'i #370

Q: What is Sunan an-Nasa'i 370 about?

This hadith from Sunan an-Nasa'i (Book of The Book of Menstruation and Istihadah), narrated by It was narrated from Ibn 'Abbas from the Prophet (ﷺ) concerning a man who has had intercourse with his wife while she was menstruating:, states: ""Let him give a Dinar or half a Dinar in charity.""

The Book of Menstruation and Istihadah

Sahih

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

أَخْبَرَنَا عَمْرُو بْنُ عَلِيٍّ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا يَحْيَى، عَنْ شُعْبَةَ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنِي الْحَكَمُ، عَنْ عَبْدِ الْحَمِيدِ، عَنْ مِقْسَمٍ، عَنِ ابْنِ عَبَّاسٍ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم فِي الرَّجُلِ يَأْتِي امْرَأَتَهُ وَهِيَ حَائِضٌ يَتَصَدَّقُ بِدِينَارٍ أَوْ بِنِصْفِ دِينَارٍ ‏.‏

"Let him give a Dinar or half a Dinar in charity."

Narrated by It was narrated from Ibn 'Abbas from the Prophet (ﷺ) concerning a man who has had intercourse with his wife while she was menstruating:

Context

This hadith addresses a specific situation regarding a man who has had intercourse with his wife during her menstruation. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) advises that the man should give charity as an expiation for this act. This highlights the importance of accountability and the role of charity in seeking forgiveness.

Modern Application

In contemporary life, this hadith encourages individuals to be mindful of their actions and to seek forgiveness through charitable acts. It serves as a reminder of the importance of accountability and the positive impact of giving.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Charity because it emphasizes the act of giving in response to a specific situation, highlighting the role of charity in seeking forgiveness.

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Let a man of wealth spend from his wealth, and he whose provision is restricted - let him spend from what Allah has given him. Allah does not charge a soul except [according to] what He has given it. Allah will bring about, after hardship, ease.

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O you who have believed, when you [wish to] privately consult the Messenger, present before your consultation a charity. That is better for you and purer. But if you find not [the means] - then indeed, Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.

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This hadith is #370 from Sunan an-Nasa'i, in the Book of The Book of Menstruation and Istihadah. It is graded Sahih and narrated by It was narrated from Ibn 'Abbas from the Prophet (ﷺ) concerning a man who has had intercourse with his wife while she was menstruating:.

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