Riyad as-Salihin, 1690
Abu Hurairah (May Allah be pleased with him) said:
The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said, "Angels do not accompany the travellers who have with them a dog or a bell." <b>[Muslim]</b>.
وعن أبي هريرة رضي الله عنه قال: قال رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم :
لا تصحب الملائكة رفقة كلب أو جرس
. ((رواه مسلم))
References1 variant
- In-Book Reference
- Book 17, Hadith 180
Sharh · explanationclick to expand
<b>Guidance from the Hadiths:</b><br>
1) Deterrence from hanging bells, particularly on animals, because it is prohibited.<br>
2) The bell is a musical instrument that the devil loves and the honorable angels are averse to.<br>
3) A wise and fortunate person would diligently do the acts pleasing to Allah Almighty and shun everything loved by Satan.