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Sahih al-Bukhari #5785

Good Manners and Form (Al-Adab)
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The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.

حَدَّثَنَا عُمَرُ بْنُ حَفْصٍ، حَدَّثَنَا أَبِي، حَدَّثَنَا الأَعْمَشُ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنِي زَيْدُ بْنُ وَهْبٍ، قَالَ سَمِعْتُ جَرِيرَ بْنَ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ ‏ "‏ مَنْ لاَ يَرْحَمُ لاَ يُرْحَمُ ‏"‏‏.‏
The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "He who is not merciful to others, will not be treated mercifully.
Narrated by Narrated Jarir bin `Abdullah:

Context

In this brief yet powerful statement, the Prophet (ﷺ) emphasizes the principle of mercy, stating that those who do not show mercy to others will not receive mercy themselves. This hadith serves as a reminder of the reciprocal nature of compassion and kindness in human interactions.

Modern Application

In everyday life, this principle encourages us to practice empathy and kindness towards others. Whether in personal relationships or community interactions, showing mercy can foster a more compassionate and understanding society.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Compassion because it highlights the importance of mercy in human relationships and the consequences of our actions towards others.

Compassion

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This hadith is #5785 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Good Manners and Form (Al-Adab). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Jarir bin `Abdullah:.

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