Sunan Ibn Majah #2966
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 narration, 'Aishah reports that the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) referred to house lizards as 'vermin.' This statement reflects the Prophet's (ﷺ) guidance regarding certain animals and their status within the community, indicating a broader understanding of cleanliness and health.
Modern Application
This principle can be applied to modern pest control and hygiene practices. Understanding which animals are considered harmful can guide individuals in maintaining clean and healthy living environments.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Animals in the Quran because it addresses the classification of certain animals and their implications in daily life.
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About Sunan Ibn Majah
This hadith is #2966 from Sunan Ibn Majah, in the Book of Chapters on Hunting. It is graded Sahih and narrated by It was narrated from ‘Aishah that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said concerning house lizards:.