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Sahih al-Bukhari #2218

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

حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو نُعَيْمٍ، حَدَّثَنَا سُفْيَانُ، عَنْ سَلَمَةَ، عَنْ أَبِي سَلَمَةَ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ ـ رضى الله عنه ـ قَالَ كَانَ لِرَجُلٍ عَلَى النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم سِنٌّ مِنَ الإِبِلِ فَجَاءَهُ يَتَقَاضَاهُ فَقَالَ ‏"‏ أَعْطُوهُ ‏"‏‏.‏ فَطَلَبُوا سِنَّهُ فَلَمْ يَجِدُوا لَهُ إِلاَّ سِنًّا فَوْقَهَا‏.‏ فَقَالَ ‏"‏ أَعْطُوهُ ‏"‏‏.‏ فَقَالَ أَوْفَيْتَنِي أَوْفَى اللَّهُ بِكَ‏.‏ قَالَ النَّبِيُّ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏"‏ إِنَّ خِيَارَكُمْ أَحْسَنُكُمْ قَضَاءً ‏"‏‏.‏
The Prophet (ﷺ) owed somebody a camel of a certain age. When he came to demand it back, the Prophet (ﷺ) said (to some people), "Give him (his due)." When the people searched for a camel of that age, they found none, but found a camel one year older. The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "Give (it to) him." On that, the man remarked, "You have given me my right in full. May Allah give you in full." The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "The best amongst you is the one who pays the rights of others generously."
Narrated by Narrated Abu Huraira:

Context

This hadith illustrates a situation where the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) owed a debt and was approached for repayment. When the correct age of the camel could not be found, he instructed his companions to give a camel that was older instead. This reflects the Prophet's commitment to fulfilling obligations generously and fairly, setting a standard for ethical conduct in financial matters.

Modern Application

In today's world, this principle encourages individuals to honor their debts and obligations with integrity. It serves as a reminder that generosity and fairness should guide our financial dealings with others.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Wages and Labor because it underscores the importance of fulfilling financial obligations and treating others' rights with respect.

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This hadith is #2218 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Representation, Authorization, Business by Proxy. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Abu Huraira:.

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