Sahih al-Bukhari #5072

Divorce
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا قُتَيْبَةُ بْنُ سَعِيدٍ، حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ الْوَهَّابِ، عَنْ أَيُّوبَ، عَنْ عِكْرِمَةَ، عَنِ ابْنِ عَبَّاسٍ ـ رضى الله عنهما ـ قَالَ كَانَ زَوْجُ بَرِيرَةَ عَبْدًا أَسْوَدَ يُقَالُ لَهُ مُغِيثٌ، عَبْدًا لِبَنِي فُلاَنٍ، كَأَنِّي أَنْظُرُ إِلَيْهِ يَطُوفُ وَرَاءَهَا فِي سِكَكِ الْمَدِينَةِ‏.‏
Barira's husband was a black slave called Mughith, the slave of Bani so-and-so-- as if I am seeing him now, walking behind her along the streets of Medina.
Narrated by Narrated Ibn `Abbas:

Context

In this hadith, Ibn Abbas describes Barira's husband, Mughith, a black slave, walking behind her in the streets of Medina. This narrative illustrates the social dynamics of the time and the importance of recognizing the humanity and rights of individuals, regardless of their status.

Modern Application

Today, this principle encourages the recognition and respect for all individuals, regardless of their background or social status. It promotes inclusivity and compassion in our interactions with others.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Family and Slave Rights because it highlights the importance of recognizing the dignity and rights of all individuals.

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This hadith is #5072 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Divorce. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Ibn `Abbas:.

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