Sunan Ibn Majah #3470
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
In this hadith, Abdullah bin Salam recounts how the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) renamed him, giving him the name 'Abdullah bin Salam.' This act signifies the importance of names in Islamic culture, as they carry meanings and reflect a person's identity. The Prophet's (ﷺ) choice to rename him emphasizes the value of a name that embodies servitude to Allah and peace.
Modern Application
When naming a child today, parents are encouraged to choose names that have positive meanings and reflect good character. This hadith serves as a reminder of the significance of names in shaping identity and instilling values in children.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Prophetic Command and Etiquette of Naming because it illustrates the Prophet's (ﷺ) role in guiding the naming process to reflect servitude to Allah.
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About Sunan Ibn Majah
This hadith is #3470 from Sunan Ibn Majah, in the Book of Etiquette. It is graded Sahih and narrated by It was narrated that Abdullah bin Salam said:.