Abdullah bin Harith says: During the caliphate of Sayyiduna Uthman (may Allah be pleased with him), my father arranged my marriage and he also invited some individuals from among the noble Companions of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him). Sayyiduna Safwan bin Umayyah (may Allah be pleased with him) also came, who had become very old. He said that the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) said: "Tear the meat with your teeth and eat it; in this way, the food is more delicious, easier to digest, and more agreeable to nature and desire."