Sunan Ibn Majah #3177

Chapters on Medicine
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا سُفْيَانُ بْنُ وَكِيعٍ، حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو يَحْيَى الْحِمَّانِيُّ، عَنِ الأَعْمَشِ، عَنْ يَزِيدَ الرَّقَاشِيِّ، عَنْ أَنَسِ بْنِ مَالِكٍ، قَالَ دَخَلَ النَّبِيُّ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ عَلَى مَرِيضٍ يَعُودُهُ قَالَ ‏ "‏ أَتَشْتَهِي شَيْئًا أَتَشْتَهِي كَعْكًا ‏"‏ ‏.‏ قَالَ نَعَمْ ‏.‏ فَطَلَبُوا لَهُ ‏.‏
“The Prophet (ﷺ) went to visit a sick person, and said: ‘Do you want anything? Do you want cake?’ He said: ‘Yes.’ So they looked for some for him.”
Narrated by It was narrated that Anas bin Malik said:

Context

This hadith illustrates the compassionate nature of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) as he visits a sick person and offers him something comforting, like cake. This interaction highlights the importance of kindness and consideration in caring for the ill. The takeaway is a reminder of the value of small gestures that can bring joy and comfort to those in need.

Modern Application

In everyday life, this principle can be practiced by showing empathy and care for friends and family who are unwell. Simple acts of kindness, such as bringing food or offering support, can significantly uplift someone's spirits during difficult times.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hospitality in Islam because it emphasizes the importance of caring for others, especially those who are sick.

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This hadith is #3177 from Sunan Ibn Majah, in the Book of Chapters on Medicine. It is graded Sahih and narrated by It was narrated that Anas bin Malik said:.

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