Sahih al-Bukhari #6535
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 narrates an incident where a drunk person was brought to the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), who ordered him to be punished. However, the Prophet cautioned against speaking ill of the individual, emphasizing compassion over judgment. The takeaway is the importance of supporting one another rather than contributing to someone's downfall.
Modern Application
In contemporary society, this principle encourages individuals to help those struggling with addiction or other challenges without judgment. It promotes a culture of support and understanding rather than condemnation.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Drinking Etiquette and Punishments (Hudud) because it addresses the consequences of drinking while emphasizing compassion towards those who err.
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About Sahih al-Bukhari
This hadith is #6535 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Limits and Punishments set by Allah (Hudood). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Abu Huraira:.