Sahih al-Bukhari #3982

Military Expeditions led by the Prophet (pbuh) (Al-Maghaazi)
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا عَلِيٌّ، حَدَّثَنَا سُفْيَانُ، قَالَ عَمْرٌو سَمِعْتُ جَابِرَ بْنَ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ ـ رضى الله عنهما ـ قَالَ قَالَ لَنَا رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم يَوْمَ الْحُدَيْبِيَةِ ‏ "‏ أَنْتُمْ خَيْرُ أَهْلِ الأَرْضِ ‏"‏‏.‏ وَكُنَّا أَلْفًا وَأَرْبَعَمِائَةٍ، وَلَوْ كُنْتُ أُبْصِرُ الْيَوْمَ لأَرَيْتُكُمْ مَكَانَ الشَّجَرَةِ‏.‏ تَابَعَهُ الأَعْمَشُ سَمِعَ سَالِمًا سَمِعَ جَابِرًا أَلْفًا وَأَرْبَعَمِائَةٍ‏.‏
On the day of Al-Hudaibiya, Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said to us' "You are the best people on the earth!" We were 1400 then. If I could see now, I would have shown you the place of the Tree (beneath which we gave the Pledge of Allegiance)." Salim said, "Our number was 1400."
Narrated by Narrated Jabir bin `Abdullah:

Context

During the event of Al-Hudaibiya, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) affirmed the high status of his companions by declaring them the best people on earth. This statement reflects the honor and responsibility bestowed upon the early Muslims and their commitment to their faith.

Modern Application

This principle can inspire individuals to strive for excellence in their character and actions, fostering a sense of pride and responsibility within the community. It encourages believers to support one another in their spiritual growth.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Community and Prophetic Conduct because it emphasizes the significance of the companions of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) and their role in the early Muslim community.

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This hadith is #3982 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Military Expeditions led by the Prophet (pbuh) (Al-Maghaazi). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Jabir bin `Abdullah:.

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