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Sahih al-Bukhari #3455

Virtues and Merits of the Prophet (pbuh) and his Companions
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنِي مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ الْمُثَنَّى، قَالَ حَدَّثَنِي يَحْيَى بْنُ سَعِيدٍ، عَنْ إِسْمَاعِيلَ، حَدَّثَنِي قَيْسٌ، عَنْ حُذَيْفَةَ ـ رضى الله عنه ـ قَالَ تَعَلَّمَ أَصْحَابِي الْخَيْرَ وَتَعَلَّمْتُ الشَّرَّ‏.‏
My companions learned (something about) good (through asking the Prophet) while I learned (something about) evil.
Narrated by Narrated Hudhaifa:

Context

In this hadith, Hudhaifa reflects on the contrasting experiences of his companions and himself. While his companions learned about good deeds through their interactions with the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), Hudhaifa claims to have learned about evil. This highlights the importance of seeking knowledge and understanding both good and bad to navigate life effectively.

Modern Application

In today's world, understanding the nature of good and evil can help individuals make informed decisions. By learning about ethical behavior and the consequences of negative actions, people can cultivate a more positive environment in their communities and personal lives.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Good Deeds because it emphasizes the importance of learning about both good and evil to navigate moral choices.

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This hadith is #3455 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Virtues and Merits of the Prophet (pbuh) and his Companions. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Hudhaifa:.

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