Sunan Ibn Majah #3384

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 عَبْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ إِدْرِيسَ، عَنْ عَاصِمٍ، عَنْ أَبِي بُرْدَةَ، عَنْ عَلِيٍّ، قَالَ نَهَانِي رَسُولُ اللَّهِ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ أَنْ أَتَخَتَّمَ فِي هَذِهِ وَفِي هَذِهِ يَعْنِي الْخِنْصَرَ وَالإِبْهَامَ ‏.‏
“The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) forbade me to wear a ring on this and on this,” meaning the little finger and the thumb.
Narrated by It was narrated that ‘Ali said:

Context

In this hadith, 'Ali recounts that the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) forbade him from wearing rings on his little finger and thumb. This guidance reflects the Prophet's (ﷺ) emphasis on modesty and simplicity in adornment, encouraging followers to avoid ostentation.

Modern Application

Today, this principle can be applied by choosing simplicity in personal adornment and fashion. By prioritizing modesty, individuals can reflect their values and maintain a humble appearance.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Clothing Etiquette and Islamic Dress Code because it addresses the Prophet's (ﷺ) guidance on appropriate adornment.

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This hadith is #3384 from Sunan Ibn Majah, in the Book of Chapters on Dress. It is graded Sahih and narrated by It was narrated that ‘Ali said:.

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