What is Sunan Ibn Majah 3289 about?

This hadith from Sunan Ibn Majah (Book of Chapters on Dress), narrated by It was narrated that Anas bin Malik said:, states: "“I was with the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) and over him was a Najrani upper wrap with a thick border.”"

Is this hadith authentic?

This hadith is graded Sahih. Sahih hadiths are considered the most authentic grade in hadith classification.

Which collection is this hadith from?

This hadith is from Sunan Ibn Majah, which contains 4,345 hadiths across 38 books. It is hadith number 3289 in the Book of Chapters on Dress.

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Sunan Ibn Majah #3289

Chapters on Dress

Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا يُونُسُ بْنُ عَبْدِ الأَعْلَى، حَدَّثَنَا ابْنُ وَهْبٍ، حَدَّثَنَا مَالِكٌ، عَنْ إِسْحَاقَ بْنِ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ أَبِي طَلْحَةَ، عَنْ أَنَسِ بْنِ مَالِكٍ، قَالَ كُنْتُ مَعَ النَّبِيِّ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ وَعَلَيْهِ رِدَاءٌ نَجْرَانِيٌّ غَلِيظُ الْحَاشِيَةِ ‏.‏

“I was with the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) and over him was a Najrani upper wrap with a thick border.”

Narrated by It was narrated that Anas bin Malik said:

Context

In this hadith, Anas bin Malik describes the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) wearing a Najrani cloak, which was known for its thick border. This detail not only highlights the Prophet's attire but also serves as a reminder of the significance of modesty and appropriateness in dress within Islamic tradition, reflecting the cultural context of the time.

Modern Application

Today, this hadith encourages individuals to consider their clothing choices, promoting modesty and appropriateness in dress. Whether at work, school, or social gatherings, dressing in a way that reflects one's values can foster respect and dignity in various settings.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Islamic Dress Code and Adornment Guidelines because it emphasizes the importance of dressing appropriately and modestly, which aligns with Islamic principles of conduct.

Islamic Dress Code Adornment Guidelines