Sahih al-Bukhari 5255 is a significant hadith found in the ( Kitab ut-Talaq ). It details an encounter between the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and a woman from the tribe of Bani Jaun, often referred to as al-Jauniyya . Hadith Text (Summary)
, the Prophet approached al-Jauniyya to formalise their marriage and asked her to "gift" herself to him. She responded by questioning if a "princess" could give herself to an "ordinary man" (or subject). When the Prophet reached out to comfort her, she said, "I seek refuge with Allah from you". Sunnah.com sahih bukhari 5255
The Arabic phrase used at the end is "khibta" (or ghibta yadaka ). To "lose" or be a "loser" in this context means losing out on the barakah (blessing) of the marriage and the tranquility (Sakinah) that Islam promises in family life. It implies that if a man ignores the religious aspect, the other benefits (wealth, beauty, status) will eventually become sources of trial rather than sources of joy. Book of Divorce Sahih al-Bukhari 5255 is a
Scholars often cite this story from Sahih Bukhari to highlight: She responded by questioning if a "princess" could
It is instructive to note the Prophet’s own life. He had multiple wives, yet his jealousy was always proportional. When his wife Safiyyah was accused of something, he investigated. When Aisha (may Allah be pleased with her) was falsely accused in the incident of Ifk (the slander), he did not act on blind jealousy—he waited for revelation.
: The woman, identified as the daughter of Nu'man bin Sharahil (or Umaima bint An-Nu'man), was brought to a house in a date-palm garden.
She was returned to her family with dignity, accompanied by gifts of clothing. Humility and Temperament: