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Sahih al-Bukhari #3592

Companions of the Prophet
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا ابْنُ نُمَيْرٍ، عَنْ مُحَمَّدِ بْنِ عُبَيْدٍ، حَدَّثَنَا إِسْمَاعِيلُ، عَنْ قَيْسٍ، أَنَّ بِلاَلاً، قَالَ لأَبِي بَكْرٍ إِنْ كُنْتَ إِنَّمَا اشْتَرَيْتَنِي لِنَفْسِكَ فَأَمْسِكْنِي، وَإِنْ كُنْتَ إِنَّمَا اشْتَرَيْتَنِي لِلَّهِ فَدَعْنِي وَعَمَلَ اللَّهِ‏.‏
Bilal said to Abu Bakr, "If you have bought me for yourself then keep me (for yourself), but if you have bought me for Allah's Sake, then leave me for Allah's Work."
Narrated by Narrated Qais:

Context

In this hadith, Bilal speaks to Abu Bakr about the nature of his servitude. Bilal emphasizes that if Abu Bakr purchased him for personal reasons, he should keep him; however, if the purchase was for the sake of Allah, he should be allowed to serve Allah's cause. This highlights the distinction between personal ownership and serving a higher purpose.

Modern Application

This principle can be applied today in various contexts, such as in the workplace where individuals may feel their roles are merely for profit versus contributing to a greater mission. It encourages people to reflect on their motivations and align their work with values that serve the community or a higher purpose.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Wages and Labor and Manumission of Slaves because it addresses the ethical considerations of servitude and the intention behind ownership.

Wages and LaborManumission of Slaves

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This hadith is #3592 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Companions of the Prophet. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Qais:.

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