that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: "The Ansar, Muzainah, and Juhainah, Ashja', Ghifar, and whoever is from Banu 'Abdid-Dar are Mawali. They do not have a Mawla other than Allah, and Allah and His Messenger are their Mawla."
Narrated by Narrated Abu Ayyub Al-Ansari:
Context
In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) emphasizes the special status of certain tribes, including the Ansar and others, declaring them as Mawali, or allies, who have Allah and His Messenger as their protectors. This statement reflects the importance of community and belonging in Islam, highlighting that these tribes are under divine protection and care, regardless of their social status or lineage.
Modern Application
Today, this hadith reminds us of the importance of community support and unity among Muslims. It encourages individuals to foster strong bonds with one another, recognizing that everyone, regardless of background, is part of the larger Islamic community, with Allah as their protector.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Community and Prophetic Authority because it emphasizes the importance of belonging to a supportive community under divine protection and highlights the Prophet's role in affirming this connection.
Your ally is none but Allah and [therefore] His Messenger and those who have believed - those who establish prayer and give zakah, and they bow [in worship].
Say, [O Muhammad], "O mankind, indeed I am the Messenger of Allah to you all, [from Him] to whom belongs the dominion of the heavens and the earth. There is no deity except Him; He gives life and causes death." So believe in Allah and His Messenger, the unlettered prophet, who believes in Allah and His words, and follow him that you may be guided.
Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah; and those with him are forceful against the disbelievers, merciful among themselves. You see them bowing and prostrating [in prayer], seeking bounty from Allah and [His] pleasure. Their mark is on their faces from the trace of prostration. That is their description in the Torah. And their description in the Gospel is as a plant which produces its offshoots and strengthens them so they grow firm and stand upon their stalks, delighting the sowers - so that Allah may enrage by them the disbelievers. Allah has promised those who believe and do righteous deeds among them forgiveness and a great reward.
