That Arwa sued him before Marwan for a right, which she claimed, he had deprived her of. On that
Sa`id said, "How should I deprive her of her right? I testify that I heard Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) saying, 'If
anyone takes a span of land unjustly, his neck will be encircled with it down seven earths on the Day
of Resurrection."
Narrated by Narrated Sa`id bin Zaid bin `Amr bin Nufail:
Context
In this hadith, Sa'id bin Zaid recounts a dispute where he was accused of depriving a woman of her rights. He defends himself by citing the Prophet Muhammad's (ﷺ) warning against unjustly taking land. This highlights the significance of justice and the consequences of wrongdoing, especially regarding property rights.
Modern Application
In workplace disputes or conflicts, this principle encourages individuals to uphold justice and fairness. It serves as a reminder to address grievances honestly and to respect others' rights, fostering a harmonious environment.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Justice and Property Rights because it emphasizes the importance of fairness in dealings and the severe consequences of injustice.
It is not [attributable] to any prophet that he would act unfaithfully [in regard to war booty]. And whoever betrays, [taking unlawfully], will come with what he took on the Day of Resurrection. Then will every soul be [fully] compensated for what it earned, and they will not be wronged.
[David] said, "He has certainly wronged you in demanding your ewe [in addition] to his ewes. And indeed, many associates oppress one another, except for those who believe and do righteous deeds - and few are they." And David became certain that We had tried him, and he asked forgiveness of his Lord and fell down bowing [in prostration] and turned in repentance [to Allah].
Twisting his neck [in arrogance] to mislead [people] from the way of Allah. For him in the world is disgrace, and We will make him taste on the Day of Resurrection the punishment of the Burning Fire [while it is said],
This hadith is #3065 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Beginning of Creation. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Sa`id bin Zaid bin `Amr bin Nufail:.
