Sahih al-Bukhari #6238
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) warns about the dangers of careless speech, indicating that a single word can lead to severe consequences. This emphasizes the importance of mindfulness in communication and the potential impact of our words on our spiritual well-being.
Modern Application
In today's context, this serves as a reminder to be cautious with our words and to think before we speak. It encourages individuals to foster positive communication and to avoid harmful speech that could lead to regret.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Sin and Warning because it addresses the serious consequences of careless speech.
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About Sahih al-Bukhari
This hadith is #6238 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of To make the Heart Tender (Ar-Riqaq). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Abu Huraira:.