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Sunan Ibn Majah #2994

Chapters on Food
Hasan

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

حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو كُرَيْبٍ، حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو أُسَامَةَ، عَنْ بُرَيْدِ بْنِ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ، عَنْ جَدِّهِ أَبِي بُرْدَةَ، عَنْ أَبِي مُوسَى، قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ ‏ "‏ الْمُؤْمِنُ يَأْكُلُ فِي مِعًى وَاحِدٍ وَالْكَافِرُ يَأْكُلُ فِي سَبْعَةِ أَمْعَاءٍ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
“The believer eats with one intestine and the disbeliever eats with seven intestines.”
Narrated by It was narrated from Abu Musa that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) makes a comparison between the eating habits of believers and disbelievers. He states that a believer eats with one intestine, while a disbeliever eats with seven, which metaphorically emphasizes moderation and gratitude in consumption versus excess.

Modern Application

This principle can be applied in daily life by promoting mindful eating habits and appreciating the blessings of food. Encouraging moderation and gratitude can lead to healthier lifestyles and a more respectful attitude towards resources.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Dietary Laws and Eating Etiquette because it highlights the differences in consumption practices between believers and disbelievers, emphasizing moderation.

Dietary LawsEating Etiquette

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About Sunan Ibn Majah

This hadith is #2994 from Sunan Ibn Majah, in the Book of Chapters on Food. It is graded Hasan and narrated by It was narrated from Abu Musa that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said:.

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