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Riyad as-Salihin 724 (Book 1, Hadith 45) #37213
The Prophet's Right-Hand Preference

SUMMARY: The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) used his right hand for eating, drinking and wearing clothes, and his left hand for other purposes.

Hafsah (May Allah be pleased with her) reported: Messenger of Allah used to use his right hand for eating, drinking and wearing his clothes and used to use his left hand for other purposes. Abu Dawud and At-Tirmidhi.
وعن حفصة رضي الله عنها أن رسول الله ، كان يجعل يمينه لطعامه وشرابه وثيابه، ويجعل يساره لما سوى ذلك‏.‏ ‏(‏‏(‏رواه أبو داود والترمذي وغيره‏)‏‏)‏‏.‏

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QUICK LESSONS:
Use your right hand when possible

EXPLANATIONS:
This hadith is about the habits of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). He was known to use his right hand for activities such as eating and drinking as well as putting on clothes. He would use his left hand for other tasks. This is a sign of respect in many cultures around the world today. It shows that we should always show respect when we are engaging in any activity or task. We should also strive to follow the example of our beloved prophet by using our right hands whenever possible.

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