Sunan Ibn Majah #3475

Etiquette

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

حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو بَكْرٍ، حَدَّثَنَا وَكِيعٌ، عَنْ هِشَامِ بْنِ عُرْوَةَ، عَنْ مَوْلًى، لِلزُّبَيْرِ عَنْ عَائِشَةَ، ‏.‏ أَنَّهَا قَالَتْ لِلنَّبِيِّ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ كُلُّ أَزْوَاجِكَ كَنَّيْتَهُ غَيْرِي ‏.‏ قَالَ ‏ "‏ فَأَنْتِ أُمُّ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
"All of your wives have a Kunyah except me." He said: "You are Umm Abdullah".
Narrated by It was narrated from Aisha that she said to the Prophet(ﷺ):

Context

In this hadith, Aisha expresses her concern to the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) about not having a nickname like his other wives. The Prophet (ﷺ) responds affectionately by giving her the title 'Umm Abdullah', which signifies a mother's connection to her child. This interaction highlights the importance of affection and recognition within relationships.

Modern Application

In modern relationships, using affectionate nicknames can strengthen bonds and express love. This practice fosters intimacy and a sense of belonging among family members and friends.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Prophetic Conduct and Etiquette of Naming because it showcases the Prophet's affectionate nature and the significance of names in fostering relationships.

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This hadith is #3475 from Sunan Ibn Majah, in the Book of Etiquette and narrated by It was narrated from Aisha that she said to the Prophet(ﷺ):.

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