37/11. Chapter:
Sunan Ibn Majah 4151 — The Prophet’s Simple Bed
The beds of the family of Muhammad (saws)
The Prophet’s Simple Bed: A Hadith About Humble Living
Sunan Ibn Majah : 4151
Sunan Ibn MajahHadith Number 4151
حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ سَعِيدٍ، حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ نُمَيْرٍ، وَأَبُو خَالِدٍ عَنْ هِشَامِ بْنِ عُرْوَةَ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنْ عَائِشَةَ، قَالَتْ كَانَ ضِجَاعُ رَسُولِ اللَّهِ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ أَدَمًا حَشْوُهُ لِيفٌ .
A'isha Narrated from:
The bed of the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) was made of leather, stuffed with fibers of date-palm trees.”
Reference : Sunan Ibn Majah 4151In-book reference : Book 37, Hadith 52English translation : Vol. 5, Book 37, Hadith 4151
Summary of Sunan Ibn Majah Hadith 4151
This hadith about the Prophet’s simple bed gives a small but clear picture of his home life. Aishah (may Allah be pleased with her) said that the bed of the Messenger of Allah (صلى الله عليه وسلم) was made of leather and stuffed with fibers from date-palm trees. The hadith does not speak about luxury or decoration. It shows a plain bed made from simple materials. This teaches us that comfort does not have to be excessive, and a person’s value is not tied to expensive things. The hadith also helps us understand the Prophet’s humble lifestyle through everyday items. It is a reminder to be thankful for what we sleep on and to avoid making comfort the main goal of life.
What we learn from this hadith
- The Prophet’s bed was simple and plain.
- A simple home item can teach humility.
- A person’s worth is not based on luxury.
- The hadith encourages gratitude for basic comfort.
