37/32. Chapter:
Jami at-Tirmidhi 2469 — The Prophet's Simple Cushion
His SAW Saying About the Curtain: "It Reminds Me of the World"
Hadith About the Prophet's Simple Cushion
Jami at-Tirmidhi : 2469
Jami at-TirmidhiHadith Number 2469
حَدَّثَنَا هَنَّادٌ، حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدَةُ، عَنْ هِشَامِ بْنِ عُرْوَةَ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنْ عَائِشَةَ، قَالَتْ كَانَتْ وِسَادَةُ رَسُولِ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم الَّتِي يَضْطَجِعُ عَلَيْهَا مِنْ أَدَمٍ حَشْوُهَا لِيفٌ . قَالَ أَبُو عِيسَى هَذَا حَدِيثٌ صَحِيحٌ .
A'isha Narrated from:
The Messenger Of Allah (S.A.W) Had A Leather Cushion Stuffed With Palm Fibres Which He Would Lean On.
Reference : Jami` at-Tirmidhi 2469In-book reference : Book 37, Hadith 55English translation : Vol. 4, Book 11, Hadith 2469
Summary of Jami at-Tirmidhi Hadith 2469
This hadith about the Prophet's simple cushion gives another small but powerful image of his daily life. Aishah narrated that the cushion the Messenger of Allah would lean on was made of leather and stuffed with palm fibers. The report is not long, but it teaches a lot through description. It shows that the Prophet's personal items were simple and practical. His cushion was not described as soft, costly, or decorated. It was a basic item used for rest. This hadith connects with the wider theme of prophetic zuhd and simple living. It helps readers see that greatness in Islam is not tied to expensive possessions or a display of comfort.
What we learn from this hadith
- The Prophet used simple and practical household items.
- His cushion was made of leather and palm fibers.
- The hadith gives a clear example of prophetic simplicity.
- Comfort was used without turning it into luxury.
