Sunan Ibn Majah - Book 9, Hadith 139
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It was narrated that 'Abduleh bin Zam'ah said: 'The Prophet delivered a sermon then he made mention of women, and exhorted (the men) concerning them. Then he said: 'How long will one of you whip his wife like a slave, then lie with her at the end of the day?'
How the Prophet ص modelled 2 behaviours here
Gentleness & Kind Speech
“How long will one of you whip his wife like a slave, then lie with her at the end of the day?”
Is gentle and soft toward his wife in word and deed; speaks kindly and never with harshness, insult, or contempt.
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This hadith also models: Protective Care
Protective Care
“How long will one of you whip his wife like a slave, then lie with her at the end of the day?”
Protects his wife's safety, dignity and wellbeing, and stands up for her.
This hadith also models: Gentleness & Kind Speech