"Hardly anyone every remembered the Messenger of Allah cursing anyone, and if he had recently met with Jibril and studied the Quran with him, he was more generous in doing good than the blowing with. "(Sahih)Abu 'Abdur-Rehman (An-Nasai) said; This is a mistake, and what is correct is the (previous) narration of Yunus bin Yazid, he put this narration in the Hadith.
The Book of Fasting - Sunan an-Nasa'i
In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. All praise is to Allah, Lord of the worlds, and peace and blessings be upon His final Prophet Muhammad.
Hadith Reference: Sunan an-Nasa'i 2096
The narration mentions the noble character of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and his increased generosity during the period of Quranic revelation with Jibril (Gabriel).
Commentary on the Text
The Prophet's avoidance of cursing demonstrates his perfect moral character, as he was sent as a mercy to the worlds. His increased generosity during Quranic study sessions reflects how divine revelation softens the heart and increases one's inclination toward goodness.
The comparison to "the blowing wind" signifies the continuous, abundant, and effortless nature of his benevolence during these sacred moments of connection with divine revelation.
Scholarly Clarification
Imam an-Nasa'i, being a meticulous scholar of hadith, rightfully points out the chain of narration discrepancy. The correct version is through Yunus bin Yazid, demonstrating the rigorous methodology of traditional scholars in preserving the authenticity of Prophetic traditions.
This correction exemplifies the careful preservation of the Sunnah and the scholarly integrity required in transmitting religious knowledge, ensuring that Muslims receive only authentic teachings from their Prophet.
Spiritual Lessons
This teaching encourages Muslims to engage frequently with the Quran, as it transforms character and increases generosity. It also teaches us to avoid cursing and harsh speech, following the exemplary conduct of Allah's Messenger.