Riyad as-Salihin is a renowned compilation of hadith by Imam An-Nawawi that focuses on ethics, manners, and spirituality. It gathers teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) aimed at guiding Muslims toward righteous conduct and strengthening their relationship with Allah and fellow human beings.

Book 2, The Book About the Etiquette of Eating, covers the manners and recommended practices during meals.

Riyad as-Salihin: Book 2, Hadith 49

Riyad as-Salihin: Book 2, Hadith 49 Jabir (May Allah be pleased with him) reported: The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) visited the house of a man of the Ansar with one of his Companions and said to him, “If you have some water in the water-skin left over from last night, give it to us for […]

Riyad as-Salihin: Book 2, Hadith 50

Riyad as-Salihin: Book 2, Hadith 50 Hudhaifah (May Allah be pleased with him) reported: The Prophet (ﷺ) prohibited us from wearing brocade or silk and drinking out of gold or silver vessels and said, “These are meant for them (disbelievers) in this world and for you in the Hereafter.”. وعن حذيفة رضى الله عنه قال‏:‏ […]

Riyad as-Salihin: Book 2, Hadith 51

Riyad as-Salihin: Book 2, Hadith 51 Umm Salamah (May Allah be pleased with her) reported: The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said, “He who drinks from the vessel of silver kindles the Fire (of Hell) in his belly.”.A narration in Muslim is: The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said, “Surely, he who eats or drinks in gold […]