Sahih al-Bukhari #1424
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
In this narration, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) warns against excessive reliance on others for help, stating that a person who continually asks others will face humiliation on the Day of Judgment. He describes the intense conditions of that day, where people will seek intercession from prophets, including himself. This hadith underscores the importance of self-sufficiency and the consequences of dependency.
Modern Application
In modern life, this principle encourages individuals to strive for self-reliance and to seek help only when truly necessary. It promotes the value of hard work and personal responsibility while reminding us of the importance of community support without over-dependence.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Day of Judgment and Intercession (Shafa'ah) because it discusses the consequences of one's actions in this life and the intercession that will occur on the Day of Judgment.
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About Sahih al-Bukhari
This hadith is #1424 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Obligatory Charity Tax (Zakat). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated `Abdullah bin `Umar:.