What is Sunan an-Nasa'i 5351 about?

This hadith from Sunan an-Nasa'i (Book of The Book of Adornment), narrated by It was narrated from Jabir that:, states: ""The Messenger of Allah forbade Ishtimal As-Samma' and wrapping oneself in a single garment (that did not cover the private parts).""

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 5351 in the Book of The Book of Adornment.

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Sunan an-Nasa'i #5351

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.

حَدَّثَنَا قُتَيْبَةُ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا اللَّيْثُ، عَنْ أَبِي الزُّبَيْرِ، عَنْ جَابِرٍ، أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم نَهَى عَنِ اشْتِمَالِ الصَّمَّاءِ وَأَنْ يَحْتَبِيَ فِي ثَوْبٍ وَاحِدٍ ‏.‏

"The Messenger of Allah forbade Ishtimal As-Samma' and wrapping oneself in a single garment (that did not cover the private parts)."

Narrated by It was narrated from Jabir that:

Context

This hadith addresses the issue of modesty in dress. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ forbids Ishtimal As-Samma', which refers to wrapping oneself in a single garment that does not adequately cover the body. This prohibition emphasizes the importance of modesty and proper attire in public and private settings.

Modern Application

In modern life, this principle encourages individuals to choose clothing that is both modest and respectful. Many people today are mindful of their attire, opting for outfits that reflect their values and promote dignity.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Islamic Dress Code and Modesty in Adornment because it emphasizes the importance of modesty in clothing choices.

Islamic Dress Code Modesty in Adornment