Sahih al-Bukhari #5097
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 describes an incident where Hilal bin Umaiyya accused his wife of adultery and came to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to testify against her. The Prophet ﷺ reminded them that Allah knows one of them is lying and asked if either would repent. This situation highlights the seriousness of accusations and the importance of truthfulness in relationships, as well as the need for repentance.
Modern Application
In contemporary life, this hadith serves as a reminder to approach accusations with caution and to value honesty in our relationships. It encourages individuals to seek reconciliation and forgiveness rather than jumping to conclusions.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Oaths and Vows and Punishments (Hudud) because it deals with the gravity of making accusations and the need for truthfulness in oaths.
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About Sahih al-Bukhari
This hadith is #5097 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Divorce. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Ibn `Abbas:.