What is the reference for the narration which states Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) advised to maintain family ties in his final illness?
Answer:
Imam Ibn Hibban (rahimahullah) has recorded this Hadith on the authority of Sayyiduna Anas (radiyallahu ‘anhu). The narration is as follows:
Sayyiduna Anas radiyallahu ‘anhu reports that Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) said in his final illness:
“[Maintain and join] ties, [Maintain and join] ties”
(Sahih Ibn Hibban; Al Ihsan, Hadith: 436)
And Allah Ta’ala Knows best.
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