Humorous Anecdotes [Volume 1]

Humorous Anecdotes - From The The Lighter Side of Islamic History  [Volume 1]

It is proven from authentic hadiths that the Messenger of Allah
(may Allah bless him and grant him peace) occasionally indulged in good
light-hearted humour.

This compilation contain humourous anecdotes recorded in classical Arabic sources.

Ali ibn Abi Talib mentioned: ''Amuse the hearts and engage in some light-hearted wit because hearts tire as bodies do.''

Ibn al-Jawzi mentioned: ''Ulama always expressed an interest in
light-hearted humour and would lift the spirits of others because humour
relaxes the soul and relieves the hearts of its burdens.''