Sahih al-Bukhari #2302
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 hadith, `Aisha reports that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ frequently sought refuge from Allah during prayer from sins and from being in debt. When questioned about his emphasis on seeking refuge from debt, he explained that debt can lead individuals to lie and break promises. This highlights the moral implications of being in debt and the potential negative impact it can have on a person's character and integrity.
Modern Application
In contemporary society, being in debt can create stress and lead to ethical dilemmas. Individuals are encouraged to manage their finances wisely, ensuring they live within their means to avoid the pitfalls of debt that can affect their honesty and reliability.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Wages and Labor and Debts and Loans because it addresses the moral consequences of being in debt and the importance of financial integrity.
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About Sahih al-Bukhari
This hadith is #2302 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Loans, Payment of Loans, Freezing of Property, Bankruptcy. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated `Aisha:.