Sunan an-Nasa'i #5386

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 يَعْقُوبُ بْنُ إِبْرَاهِيمَ، عَنْ عَبْدِ الرَّحْمَنِ، عَنْ سُلَيْمَانَ بْنِ الْمُغِيرَةِ، عَنْ حُمَيْدِ بْنِ هِلاَلٍ، قَالَ قَالَ أَبُو رِفَاعَةَ انْتَهَيْتُ إِلَى رَسُولِ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم وَهُوَ يَخْطُبُ فَقُلْتُ يَا رَسُولَ اللَّهِ رَجُلٌ غَرِيبٌ جَاءَ يَسْأَلُ عَنْ دِينِهِ لاَ يَدْرِي مَا دِينُهُ فَأَقْبَلَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم وَتَرَكَ خُطْبَتَهُ حَتَّى انْتَهَى إِلَىَّ فَأُتِيَ بِكُرْسِيٍّ خِلْتُ قَوَائِمَهُ حَدِيدًا فَقَعَدَ عَلَيْهِ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم فَجَعَلَ يُعَلِّمُنِي مِمَّا عَلَّمَهُ اللَّهُ ثُمَّ أَتَى خُطْبَتَهُ فَأَتَمَّهَا ‏.‏
"Abu Rifa'ah said: 'I came to the Messenger of Allah sat down on it and started to teach me what Allah has taught him, then he went and completed his Khutbah.'"
Narrated by It was narrated that Humaid bin Hilal said:

Context

In this hadith, Humaid bin Hilal recounts an incident where the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ paused his sermon to address a man seeking knowledge. This act demonstrates the Prophet's commitment to teaching and guiding others, showcasing his respect for those eager to learn and the importance of accessible education in Islam.

Modern Application

This hadith encourages individuals today to prioritize education and the sharing of knowledge. It highlights the value of being approachable and supportive to those seeking guidance, fostering a community of learning and understanding.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Prophetic Conduct and Respectful Communication because it exemplifies the Prophet's approach to teaching and his respect for those seeking knowledge.

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About Sunan an-Nasa'i

This hadith is #5386 from Sunan an-Nasa'i, in the Book of The Book of Adornment. It is graded Sahih and narrated by It was narrated that Humaid bin Hilal said:.

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