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

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This hadith is from Sunan Ibn Majah, which contains 4,345 hadiths across 38 books. It is hadith number 206 in the Book of The Book of Purification and its Sunnah.

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Q: What is Sunan Ibn Majah 206 about?

This hadith from Sunan Ibn Majah (Book of The Book of Purification and its Sunnah), narrated by It was narrated from Zainab bint Jahsh that :, states: "She had a tub of brass. She said: "I used to comb the hair of the Messenger of Allah in it.""

The Book of Purification and its Sunnah

Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا يَعْقُوبُ بْنُ حُمَيْدِ بْنِ كَاسِبٍ، حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ الْعَزِيزِ بْنُ مُحَمَّدٍ الدَّرَاوَرْدِيُّ، عَنْ عُبَيْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ عُمَرَ، عَنْ إِبْرَاهِيمَ بْنِ مُحَمَّدِ بْنِ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ جَحْشٍ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنْ زَيْنَبَ بِنْتِ جَحْشٍ، أَنَّهُ كَانَ لَهَا مِخْضَبٌ مِنْ صُفْرٍ قَالَتْ فَكُنْتُ أُرَجِّلُ رَأْسَ رَسُولِ اللَّهِ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ فِيهِ ‏.‏

She had a tub of brass. She said: "I used to comb the hair of the Messenger of Allah in it."

Narrated by It was narrated from Zainab bint Jahsh that :

Context

In this hadith, Zainab bint Jahsh narrates a personal experience of grooming the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. She describes using a brass tub to comb his hair, highlighting the close and respectful relationship between the Prophet and his companions. This anecdote reflects the intimate and caring nature of their interactions, emphasizing the importance of personal grooming and care in their culture.

Modern Application

Today, this hadith can inspire individuals to maintain good personal hygiene and grooming habits. It serves as a reminder of the significance of caring for oneself and others, reflecting respect and love in personal relationships.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Clothing Etiquette and Islamic Dress Code because it illustrates the importance of personal grooming and care in the context of the Prophet's interactions.

Clothing Etiquette Islamic Dress Code

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So when she arrived, it was said [to her], "Is your throne like this?" She said, "[It is] as though it was it." [Solomon said], "And we were given knowledge before her, and we have been Muslims [in submission to Allah].

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She was told, "Enter the palace." But when she saw it, she thought it was a body of water and uncovered her shins [to wade through]. He said, "Indeed, it is a palace [whose floor is] made smooth with glass." She said, "My Lord, indeed I have wronged myself, and I submit with Solomon to Allah, Lord of the worlds."

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This hadith is #206 from Sunan Ibn Majah, in the Book of The Book of Purification and its Sunnah. It is graded Sahih and narrated by It was narrated from Zainab bint Jahsh that :.

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