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This hadith is from Sunan Ibn Majah, which contains 4,345 hadiths across 38 books. It is hadith number 3239 in the Book of Chapters on Medicine.

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Q: What is Sunan Ibn Majah 3239 about?

This hadith from Sunan Ibn Majah (Book of Chapters on Medicine), narrated by It was narrated from Anas that some people from ‘Urainah came to the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) but they were averse to the climate of Al- Madinah. He (ﷺ) said:, states: "“Why don’t you go out to a flock of camels of ours, and drink their milk and urine.” And they did that."

Chapters on Medicine

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

حَدَّثَنَا نَصْرُ بْنُ عَلِيٍّ الْجَهْضَمِيُّ، حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ الْوَهَّابِ، حَدَّثَنَا حُمَيْدٌ، عَنْ أَنَسٍ، أَنَّ نَاسًا، مِنْ عُرَيْنَةَ قَدِمُوا عَلَى رَسُولِ اللَّهِ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ فَاجْتَوَوُا الْمَدِينَةَ فَقَالَ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ ‏ "‏ لَوْ خَرَجْتُمْ إِلَى ذَوْدٍ لَنَا فَشَرِبْتُمْ مِنْ أَلْبَانِهَا وَأَبْوَالِهَا ‏"‏ ‏.‏ فَفَعَلُوا ‏.‏

“Why don’t you go out to a flock of camels of ours, and drink their milk and urine.” And they did that.

Narrated by It was narrated from Anas that some people from ‘Urainah came to the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) but they were averse to the climate of Al- Madinah. He (ﷺ) said:

Context

This hadith recounts an incident where some people from 'Urainah visited the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) but struggled with the climate of Al-Madinah. The Prophet (ﷺ) suggested they drink the milk and urine of camels, which reflects the hospitality and resourcefulness in providing for others' needs.

Modern Application

This principle illustrates the importance of hospitality in Islam, encouraging individuals to be generous and accommodating to guests. It serves as a reminder to find creative solutions to help others feel comfortable.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Eating Etiquette and Hospitality in Islam because it demonstrates the Prophet's approach to hospitality and providing for the needs of others.

Eating Etiquette Hospitality in Islam