Sunan an-Nasa'i - Book 26, Hadith 6
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Narrated 'Aishah: It was narrated from 'Aishah, the wife of the Prophet, that the Messenger of Allah came to her when Allah commanded him to give his wives the choice. 'Aishah said: "The Messenger of Allah started with me and said: 'I am going to tell you something, but you do not have to rush until you consult your parents.'" She said: "He knew that my parents would not tell me to leave him." Then the Messenger of Allah said: 'O Prophet! Say to your wives: If you desire the life of this world, and its glitter, then come! I will make a provision for you and set you free in a handsome manner.'…Narrated 'Aishah: It was narrated from 'Aishah, the wife of the Prophet, that the Messenger of Allah came to her when Allah commanded him to give his wives the choice. 'Aishah said: "The Messenger of Allah started with me and said: 'I am going to tell you something, but you do not have to rush until you consult your parents.'" She said: "He knew that my parents would not tell me to leave him." Then the Messenger of Allah said: 'O Prophet! Say to your wives: If you desire the life of this world, and its glitter, then come! I will make a provision for you and set you free in a handsome manner.' "I said: 'Do I need to consult my parents about this? I choose Allah and His Messenger, and the abode of the Hereafter.'"
How the Prophet ص modelled 3 behaviours here
Gentleness & Kind Speech
“I am going to tell you something, but you do not have to rush until you consult your parents.”
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: Generosity & Provision Protective Care
Generosity & Provision
“I will make a provision for you and set you free in a handsome manner.”
Generously provides for and maintains his wife and household; is openhanded with sustenance rather than stingy.
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This hadith also models: Gentleness & Kind Speech Protective Care
Protective Care
“I will make a provision for you and set you free in a handsome manner.”
Protects his wife's safety, dignity and wellbeing, and stands up for her.
This hadith also models: Gentleness & Kind Speech Generosity & Provision