What is Sahih al-Bukhari 2158 about?

This hadith from Sahih al-Bukhari (Book of Sales in which a Price is paid for Goods to be Delivered Later (As-Salam)), narrated by Narrated Ibn Abi Najih:, states: "as above, mentioning only specific measure."

Is this hadith authentic?

This hadith is graded Sahih. Sahih hadiths are considered the most authentic grade in hadith classification.

Which collection is this hadith from?

This hadith is from Sahih al-Bukhari, which contains 7,277 hadiths across 97 books. It is hadith number 2158 in the Book of Sales in which a Price is paid for Goods to be Delivered Later (As-Salam).

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Sahih al-Bukhari #2158

Sales in which a Price is paid for Goods to be Delivered Later (As-Salam)

Sahih

The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.

حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدٌ، أَخْبَرَنَا إِسْمَاعِيلُ، عَنِ ابْنِ أَبِي نَجِيحٍ، بِهَذَا ‏ "‏ فِي كَيْلٍ مَعْلُومٍ وَوَزْنٍ مَعْلُومٍ ‏"‏‏.‏

as above, mentioning only specific measure.

Narrated by Narrated Ibn Abi Najih:

Context

This hadith emphasizes the importance of precise measurements in trade, as narrated by Ibn Abi Najih. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) highlighted the necessity of using known measures and weights to ensure fairness and justice in transactions. This guidance underscores the significance of integrity in business practices.

Modern Application

In contemporary commerce, adhering to accurate measurements and weights is crucial for maintaining fairness in trade. It ensures that customers receive what they pay for, fostering trust between buyers and sellers.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Contracts & Agreements and Buying and Selling because it pertains to the standards of fairness and accuracy in trade agreements.

Contracts & Agreements Buying and Selling