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Sunan Ibn Majah #3041

Chapters on Food
Da'if

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

حَدَّثَنَا الْعَبَّاسُ بْنُ الْوَلِيدِ الْخَلاَّلُ الدِّمَشْقِيُّ، حَدَّثَنَا يَحْيَى بْنُ صَالِحٍ، حَدَّثَنِي سُلَيْمَانُ بْنُ عَطَاءٍ الْجَزَرِيُّ، حَدَّثَنِي مَسْلَمَةُ بْنُ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ الْجُهَنِيُّ، عَنْ عَمِّهِ أَبِي مَشْجَعَةَ، عَنْ أَبِي الدَّرْدَاءِ، قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ ‏ "‏ سَيِّدُ طَعَامِ أَهْلِ الدُّنْيَا وَأَهْلِ الْجَنَّةِ اللَّحْمُ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
“The best food of the people of this world and the people of Paradise is meat.’”
Narrated by It was narrated from Abu Darda’ that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said:

Context

The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) stated that meat is the best food for both the people of this world and the people of Paradise. This statement reflects the significance of meat in cultural and religious practices, as well as its nutritional value. It serves as a reminder of the blessings associated with food and the importance of sharing meals.

Modern Application

During gatherings and celebrations, sharing meals that include meat can enhance the sense of community and gratitude. It encourages people to appreciate the blessings of food and fosters connections among family and friends.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Eating Etiquette and Blessings in Food because it highlights the significance of meat as a cherished food and its role in communal meals.

Eating EtiquetteBlessings in Food

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About Sunan Ibn Majah

This hadith is #3041 from Sunan Ibn Majah, in the Book of Chapters on Food. It is graded Da'if and narrated by It was narrated from Abu Darda’ that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said:.

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