Hadithcore
Riyad as-Salihin, 1691

Abu Hurairah (May Allah be pleased with him) said:

The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "The bell is one of the musical instruments of Satan." <b>[Muslim]</b>.

وعنه أن النبي صلى الله عليه وسلم قال‏:‏ ‏

‏الجرس مزامير الشيطان‏

‏‏.‏ ‏(‏‏(‏رواه مسلم‏)‏‏)‏

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In-Book Reference
Book 17, Hadith 181
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.
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