What is Sunan Ibn Majah 3329 about?

This hadith from Sunan Ibn Majah (Book of Chapters on Dress), narrated by It was narrated from ‘Umar that he used to forbid silk and brocade, except for what was like this:, states: "Then he gestured with his finger, then a second, and a third, and a fourth (i.e., the width of four fingers), and he said: “The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) used to forbid it.”"

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 3329 in the Book of Chapters on Dress.

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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 أَبُو بَكْرِ بْنُ أَبِي شَيْبَةَ، حَدَّثَنَا حَفْصُ بْنُ غِيَاثٍ، عَنْ عَاصِمٍ، عَنْ أَبِي عُثْمَانَ، عَنْ عُمَرَ، أَنَّهُ كَانَ يَنْهَى عَنِ الْحَرِيرِ، وَالدِّيبَاجِ، إِلاَّ مَا كَانَ هَكَذَا ثُمَّ أَشَارَ بِإِصْبَعِهِ ثُمَّ الثَّانِيَةِ ثُمَّ الثَّالِثَةِ ثُمَّ الرَّابِعَةِ فَقَالَ كَانَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ يَنْهَانَا عَنْهُ ‏.‏

Then he gestured with his finger, then a second, and a third, and a fourth (i.e., the width of four fingers), and he said: “The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) used to forbid it.”

Narrated by It was narrated from ‘Umar that he used to forbid silk and brocade, except for what was like this:

Context

In this hadith, narrated by 'Umar, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) is reported to have discouraged the wearing of silk and brocade, except in limited circumstances. This highlights the importance of modesty and humility in dress, encouraging individuals to avoid extravagance and ostentation in their clothing choices.

Modern Application

Today, this principle can guide individuals in making mindful choices about their clothing, promoting simplicity and humility over extravagance. It encourages a focus on character and values rather than material appearances.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Clothing Etiquette and Islamic Dress Code because it addresses the guidelines on appropriate attire, emphasizing modesty and restraint in clothing choices.

Clothing Etiquette Islamic Dress Code