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What Did the Prophet Not Eat?

Published in Prophet's Diet 2 mins read

Based on the provided reference from the narrations of Anas, the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) did not eat thin bread or a roasted sheep.

Key Information from the Reference

The reference includes narrations from Anas, a close companion of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). According to Anas:

  • "The Prophet did not eat thin bread, or a roasted sheep till he met Allah (died)."
  • To his knowledge, the Prophet (peace be upon him) "did not take his meals in a big tray at all, nor did he ever eat well-baked thin bread, nor did he ever eat at a dining table."

This information is found in:

  • Volume 7, Book 65, Number 298: Narrated Anas

Specific Food Items Not Eaten

Based directly on the reference, the food items that the Prophet (peace be upon him) did not consume were:

  • Thin bread: This is also described as "well-baked thin bread."
  • A roasted sheep: It is specified that he did not eat this until his passing.

The reference also mentions that he did not use a big tray or a dining table for his meals, but these relate to the manner or utensils used for eating, not the food itself.

Summary Table

Here's a quick look at the specific items mentioned in the reference and their status:

Item Mentioned in Reference Status (According to Reference)
Thin bread Not eaten
Well-baked thin bread Not eaten
A roasted sheep Not eaten
A big tray Not used for meals
A dining table Not used for meals

This Hadith highlights aspects of the Prophet's simple lifestyle and his preference for certain types of food and dining practices.