What is Sunan Ibn Majah 3341 about?

This hadith from Sunan Ibn Majah (Book of Chapters on Dress), narrated by It was narrated from ‘Amr bin Shu’aib, from his father, that his grandfather said:, states: "“The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: ‘Eat and drink, give charity and wear clothes, as long as that does not involve any extravagance or vanity.’”"

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 3341 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 يَزِيدُ بْنُ هَارُونَ، أَنْبَأَنَا هَمَّامٌ، عَنْ قَتَادَةَ، عَنْ عَمْرِو بْنِ شُعَيْبٍ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنْ جَدِّهِ، قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ ‏ "‏ كُلُوا وَاشْرَبُوا وَتَصَدَّقُوا وَالْبَسُوا مَا لَمْ يُخَالِطْهُ إِسْرَافٌ أَوْ مَخِيلَةٌ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

“The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: ‘Eat and drink, give charity and wear clothes, as long as that does not involve any extravagance or vanity.’”

Narrated by It was narrated from ‘Amr bin Shu’aib, from his father, that his grandfather said:

Context

The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) advises moderation in eating, drinking, charity, and clothing in this hadith. He emphasizes avoiding extravagance and vanity, which can lead to wastefulness and a lack of appreciation for blessings. This guidance promotes a balanced lifestyle, encouraging believers to enjoy the bounties of life without excess.

Modern Application

In contemporary life, this hadith serves as a reminder to practice moderation in all aspects, including consumption and personal habits. By avoiding extravagance, individuals can cultivate gratitude and a sense of responsibility towards their resources, fostering a more sustainable lifestyle.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Clothing Etiquette and Eating Etiquette because it encourages moderation and mindfulness in consumption and personal adornment, aligning with Islamic values of simplicity and gratitude.

Clothing Etiquette Eating Etiquette