Sunan Ibn Majah #1722
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
In this hadith, a woman seeks the Prophet Muhammad's (ﷺ) advice regarding her daughter, who has lost her hair due to illness and is about to get married. She inquires about using hair extensions to improve her daughter's appearance. The Prophet's response condemns the practice, indicating a strong stance against altering one's natural appearance for the sake of beauty, which reflects broader themes of authenticity and modesty.
Modern Application
In contemporary society, this hadith serves as a reminder to embrace natural beauty and authenticity. Many individuals today are encouraged to appreciate their natural features rather than resorting to artificial enhancements, promoting self-acceptance and modesty in adornment.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Adornment Guidelines and Modesty in Adornment because it emphasizes the importance of maintaining one's natural appearance and the ethical considerations surrounding beauty practices.
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About Sunan Ibn Majah
This hadith is #1722 from Sunan Ibn Majah, in the Book of The Chapters on Marriage. It is graded Sahih and narrated by It was narrated that Asma' said:.