Hadith · 5733

The Prophet (may Allah's peace and blessings be upon him) would not refuse a gift of perfume

عن أنس بن مالك رضي الله عنه: أَنَّ النَّبِيَّ صَلَّى اللهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ كَانَ لَا يَرُدُّ الطِّيبَ.

Anas ibn Mālik (may Allah be pleased with him) reported:

The Prophet (may Allah's peace and blessings be upon him) would not refuse a gift of perfume.

Sahih (authentic) Source: al-Bukhari · رواه البخاري

Explanation

It was a habit of the Prophet (may Allah's peace and blessings be upon him) to not refuse a gift of perfume and would accept it, as it is light in weight and has a pleasant smell.

Lessons from the hadith

  • It is recommended to accept the gift of perfume, as it is light in weight and does not incur reminders of generosity from the giver.
  • The Prophet’s acceptance of perfume gifts indicates his perfect and good manners.
  • We are encouraged to apply perfumes.

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