Sunan Ibn Majah #44
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
This hadith emphasizes the etiquette of cleanliness and respect for oneself in personal hygiene practices. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) instructed that one should not use the right hand for touching oneself or for cleaning after using the bathroom. This guidance reflects the importance of maintaining cleanliness and the distinction between hands used for personal care and those used for eating and other activities.
Modern Application
When using the bathroom, many people today can apply this principle by being mindful of hygiene practices, such as using the left hand for cleaning, which aligns with the teachings of the Prophet (ﷺ) and promotes a sense of cleanliness and respect for the body.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Eating Etiquette and Vessels and Utensils because it highlights the importance of cleanliness and proper conduct in personal hygiene, which is closely related to how one handles food and utensils.
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About Sunan Ibn Majah
This hadith is #44 from Sunan Ibn Majah, in the Book of The Book of Purification and its Sunnah. It is graded Sahih and narrated by 'Abdullah bin Abu Qatadah said:.