Sahih al-Bukhari #2241
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
This hadith discusses the issue of sharecropping, where a companion, Tawus, was advised to abandon it due to claims that the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) had prohibited it. Tawus clarified that the Prophet (ﷺ) had not forbidden it but rather encouraged generosity over charging fixed rents, emphasizing the importance of helping others.
Modern Application
In today's context, this hadith encourages individuals to consider how they engage in financial transactions, promoting a spirit of generosity and support rather than strict profit-seeking. It highlights the value of community over individual gain.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Wages and Labor and Buying and Selling because it addresses the ethics of financial transactions and the importance of generosity in economic dealings.
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About Sahih al-Bukhari
This hadith is #2241 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Agriculture. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated `Amr:.