What is Sunan an-Nasa'i 5288 about?

This hadith from Sunan an-Nasa'i (Book of The Book of Adornment), narrated by It was narrated from Anas that:, states: "The Messenger of Allah put on a ring of silver with an Ethiopian stone (Fass)."

Is this hadith authentic?

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

Which collection is this hadith from?

This hadith is from Sunan an-Nasa'i, which contains 5,768 hadiths across 52 books. It is hadith number 5288 in the Book of The Book of Adornment.

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Sunan an-Nasa'i #5288

The Book of Adornment

Sahih

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

أَخْبَرَنَا قُتَيْبَةُ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا ابْنُ وَهْبٍ، عَنْ يُونُسَ، عَنِ الزُّهْرِيِّ، عَنْ أَنَسٍ، أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم اتَّخَذَ خَاتَمًا مِنْ وَرِقٍ وَفَصُّهُ حَبَشِيٌّ ‏.‏

The Messenger of Allah put on a ring of silver with an Ethiopian stone (Fass).

Narrated by It was narrated from Anas that:

Context

In this hadith, Anas narrates that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ wore a silver ring with an Ethiopian stone. This reflects the practice of adornment and personal expression within Islamic guidelines, showcasing the Prophet's acceptance of certain forms of jewelry while adhering to the principles of modesty and simplicity.

Modern Application

Today, wearing rings and other forms of jewelry can be a way for individuals to express their personal style while still adhering to Islamic principles. It serves as a reminder to balance adornment with modesty, ensuring that one's appearance aligns with their faith.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Islamic Dress Code and Adornment Guidelines because it illustrates the Prophet's practice of wearing jewelry within the framework of Islamic teachings.

Islamic Dress Code Adornment Guidelines