Sahih al-Bukhari #4222
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
This hadith recounts an incident where the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ appointed Ali as his deputy while he set out for Tabuk. Ali expressed concern about being left with women and children, to which the Prophet ﷺ reassured him by likening his position to that of Aaron to Moses. This highlights the significance of leadership roles and the trust placed in individuals to manage responsibilities.
Modern Application
In contemporary settings, this hadith serves as a reminder of the importance of leadership and delegation. Leaders must empower their deputies and trust them with responsibilities, ensuring that they feel valued and recognized for their roles.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Leadership and Authority and Prophetic Authority because it illustrates the Prophet's ﷺ delegation of authority and the significance of leadership roles in guiding the community.
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About Sahih al-Bukhari
This hadith is #4222 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 Sa`d:.