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This hadith from Sunan Ibn Majah (Book of Chapters on Food), narrated by It was narrated that Anas bin Malik said:, states: "“The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) never saw a thin loaf made from well-sifted flour with his own eyes, until he met Allah.”"

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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 الدِّمَشْقِيُّ، حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ عُثْمَانَ أَبُو الْجَمَاهِرِ، حَدَّثَنَا سَعِيدُ بْنُ بَشِيرٍ، حَدَّثَنَا قَتَادَةُ، عَنْ أَنَسِ بْنِ مَالِكٍ، قَالَ مَا رَأَى رَسُولُ اللَّهِ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ رَغِيفًا مُحَوَّرًا بِوَاحِدٍ مِنْ عَيْنَيْهِ حَتَّى لَحِقَ بِاللَّهِ ‏.‏

“The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) never saw a thin loaf made from well-sifted flour with his own eyes, until he met Allah.”

Narrated by It was narrated that Anas bin Malik said:

Context

In this hadith narrated by Anas bin Malik, it is noted that the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) never saw a thin loaf made from well-sifted flour during his lifetime. This reflects the simplicity of his diet and lifestyle, emphasizing gratitude for the provisions one has. The takeaway is a reminder to appreciate the blessings in our food and to maintain humility in our consumption.

Modern Application

In today's context, this principle encourages us to be grateful for the food we have, regardless of its quality. By practicing gratitude, we can foster a positive mindset and appreciate the abundance in our lives.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Eating Etiquette and Blessings in Food because it underscores the importance of gratitude and appreciation for the provisions we receive, as exemplified by the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).

Eating Etiquette Blessings in Food

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And We did not send before you, [O Muhammad], any of the messengers except that they ate food and walked in the markets. And We have made some of you [people] as trial for others - will you have patience? And ever is your Lord, Seeing.

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And that when the Servant of Allah stood up supplicating Him, they almost became about him a compacted mass."

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He said, "You will not receive food that is provided to you except that I will inform you of its interpretation before it comes to you. That is from what my Lord has taught me. Indeed, I have left the religion of a people who do not believe in Allah, and they, in the Hereafter, are disbelievers.

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This hadith is #3073 from Sunan Ibn Majah, in the Book of Chapters on Food and narrated by It was narrated that Anas bin Malik said:.

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