Sunan an-Nasa’i: Book 1, Hadith 205 It was narrated that ‘Aishah said: “Umm Habibah bint Jahsh- the wife of ‘Abdur-Rahman bin ‘Awf and the sister of Zainab bint Jahsh – suffered Istihadah (non-mentrual vaginal bleeding).” She said: “She consulted the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) and the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said to her: ‘That is […]
Sunan an-Nasāʾī is one of the six major hadith collections in Sunni Islam, compiled by Imam Ahmad ibn Shuʿayb an-Nasāʾī. Known for its high standard of authenticity and precise methodology, it focuses primarily on hadiths related to Islamic law (fiqh), worship, and ethics. The collection is notable for its detailed arrangement and careful classification of narrations, often including commentary on the strength and reliability of the hadiths. It serves as an essential reference for scholars, students, and anyone studying the practice of Islam through prophetic tradition.
Book 1, The Book of Purification, discusses the rules of cleanliness, ablution (wudu), and preparation for worship.
Sunan an-Nasa’i: Book 1, Hadith 206 It was narrated from ‘Aishah (may Allah be pleased with her) that Umm Habibah, an in-law of the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ), who was married to ‘Abdur-Rahman bin ‘Awf, suffered Istihadah (non-menstrual vaginal bleeding) for seven years. She consulted the Prophet (ﷺ) about that and the Messenger of Allah […]
Sunan an-Nasa’i: Book 1, Hadith 207 It was narrated that ‘Aishah said: “Umm Habibah bint Jahsh consulted the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) and said: ‘O Messenger of Allah, I suffer from Istihadah (non-menstrual vaginal bleeding).’ He said: ‘That is a vein, so perform Ghusl and pray.’ And she used to perform Ghusl for every prayer.” […]
Sunan an-Nasa’i: Book 1, Hadith 208 It was narrated from ‘Aishah that Umm Habibah asked the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) about bleeding. ‘Aishah said: “I saw her wash tub filled with blood. The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said to her: ‘Stop (praying) for as long as your period prevents you, then perform Ghusl.’” (Another chain) […]
Sunan an-Nasa’i: Book 1, Hadith 209 It was narrated from Umm Salamah that a woman suffered constant bleeding at the time of the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ), so Umm Salamah consulted the Prophet (ﷺ) for her. He said: “Let her count the number of nights and says that she used to menstruate each month before […]
Sunan an-Nasa’i: Book 1, Hadith 210 It was narrated from ‘Aishah that Umm Habibah bint Jahsh who was married to ‘Abdur-Rahman bin ‘Awf suffered from Istihadah (non-mentrual vaginal bleeding) and did not become pure. Her situation was mentioned to the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) and he said: ‘That is not menstruation, rather it is a […]
Sunan an-Nasa’i: Book 1, Hadith 211 It was narrated from ‘Aishah that Umm Habibah bint Jahsh used to suffer from Istihadah (non-menstrual vaginal bleeding) for seven years. She asked the Prophet (ﷺ) and he said: “That is not menstruation, rather it is a vein. Tell her not to pray for the amount of time that […]
Sunan an-Nasa’i: Book 1, Hadith 212 It was narrated from ‘Urwah that Fatimah bint Abi Hubaish narrated that she came to the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) and complained to him about bleeding. The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said to her: “That is a vein, so when your period comes, do not pray, and when your […]
Sunan an-Nasa’i: Book 1, Hadith 213 It was narrated that ‘Aishah said: Fatimah bint Abi Hubaish came to the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) and said: “I am a woman who suffers from Istihadah (non-menstrual vaginal bleeding) and I never become pure. Should I stop praying?” He said: “No, that is a vein, it is not […]
Sunan an-Nasa’i: Book 1, Hadith 214 It was narrated from ‘Aishah that a woman who suffered from Istihadah during the time of the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) was told that it was a stubborn vein (i.e., one that would not stop bleeding). She was told to delay Zuhr and bring ‘Asr forward, and to perform […]
Sunan an-Nasa’i: Book 1, Hadith 215 It was narrated from Jabir bin ‘Abdullah, in the Hadith of Asma’ bint ‘Umair, when she gave birth in Dhul-Hulaifah, that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said to Abu Bakr: “Tell her to perform Ghusl and enter Ihram.” أَخْبَرَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ قُدَامَةَ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا جَرِيرٌ، عَنْ يَحْيَى بْنِ سَعِيدٍ، […]
Sunan an-Nasa’i: Book 1, Hadith 216 It was narrated from Fatimah bint Abi Hubaish that she suffered from Istihadah and the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said to her: “If it is menstrual blood then it is blood that is black and recognizable, so stop praying, and if it is other than that then perform Wudu’, […]