Abu Huraira reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, prohibited us from laughing at someone who passes wind. Source: al-Mu’jam al-Awsaṭ lil-Ṭabarānī 9433 Grade: Sahih (authentic) …
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Abu Huraira reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Verily, a man might speak a word to make those around him laugh, yet by it …
Hadith on Mockery: Man sinks into Hell because of bad joke Read More »
Al-Mawardi reported: Umar ibn Abdul Aziz, may Allah have mercy on him, said, “Beware of mockery, for it is foolishness that produces malice.” Some of the wise men said, “Indeed, …
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Fadallah ibn ‘Ubayd reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “It is not permissible to jest about three matters: divorce, marriage, and emancipation.” Source: al-Mu’jam …
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Abu Huraira reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Verily, the servant does not entirely have faith until he abandons lying even while joking, and …
Hadith on Iman: No true faith until he stops arguing in religion Read More »
Bakr ibn Abdullah reported: The companions of the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, would throw melons at each other for fun, but if matters became serious, they would …
Hadith on Sahaba: Companions had fun, showed courage in danger Read More »
Abu Dharr reported: I said, “O Messenger of Allah, instruct me.” The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “I advise you to fear Allah Almighty, for it will …
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Abu Huraira reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Verily, a servant may say a word for no reason but to make people laugh, yet …
Hadith on Words: People stumble with words more than their feet Read More »
Ibn Abbas reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Do not argue with your brother, do not excessively joke with him, and do not make a promise …
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Ibn Abu Rawad reported: Umar ibn Abdul Aziz said, “You must fear Allah alone without associating partners with Him. Beware of joking for it leads to ugliness and causes rancor. …
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Aisha reported: She was with the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, while on a journey. Aisha said, “I raced him on foot and I outran him, but when …
Hadith on Marriage: The Prophet has fun with his wives Read More »
Qurrah ibn Khalid reported: I asked Muhammad ibn Sirin, may Allah have mercy on him, “Did the companions have fun?” Ibn Sirin said, “They were not but people. Ibn Umar, …
Ibn Sirin on Fun: Companions would have fun, sing poetry Read More »
Aisha reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, placed my chin on his shoulder so I could watch the Abyssinians playing until I felt tired and turned away. …
Hadith on Fun: So the Jews know there is leniency in Islam Read More »
Abdullah ibn Sa’ib reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Let none of you take the goods of his companion as a joke or otherwise. …
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Anas ibn Malik reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, was the best of people in character. I had a brother who was called Abu ‘Umayr. …
Hadith on Kids: The Prophet plays with children, tell jokes Read More »
Abu Huraira reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Be devout and you will be the most pious of people. Be content and you will be the most …
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Abu Huraira reported: It was said, “O Messenger of Allah, do you joke with us?” The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Verily, I do not …
Hadith on Joking: The Prophet tells jokes, but only in truth Read More »
Abu Umamah reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “I guarantee a house on the outskirts of Paradise for one who leaves arguments even if he …
Hadith on Adab: Paradise guaranteed for those with good character Read More »
Ibn Abi Layla reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “It is not lawful for a Muslim to frighten another Muslim.” Source: Sunan Abī Dāwūd …
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Mu’awiyyah ibn Haydah reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Woe to one who tells lies to make people laugh. Woe to him! Woe to …
Hadith on Joking: Warning not to tell a lie, even as a joke Read More »