Hadith #193

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English Translation

Rib'i bin Hirash (may Allah be pleased with him) reported that a man of Banu 'Amir tribe has told us that he had asked the Prophet ﷺ for permission to enter when he was at home. He said: "May I enter?" the Messenger of Allah ﷺ said to the servant, "Go out and instruct him about the manner of seeking permission. Tell him to say: As-Salamu 'Alaikum (may peace be upon you). May I come in?" The man heard this and said: "As-Salamu 'Alaikum (may peace be upon you). May I come in?" the Prophet ﷺ then granted him permission and he entered..