Sahih al-Bukhari #6597
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) instructs that no one should be flogged more than ten stripes unless it is a punishment mandated by Islamic law. This hadith highlights the importance of moderation and justice in administering punishment, ensuring that it is not excessive and is applied fairly according to divine guidelines.
Modern Application
In contemporary settings, this principle can be applied to discussions around justice and punishment, advocating for humane treatment and proportional responses to wrongdoing. It encourages societies to seek fairness and compassion in their legal systems.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Divine Legislation and Punishments (Hudud) because it outlines a specific limit on punishment, reflecting the principles of justice and moderation in Islamic law.
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About Sahih al-Bukhari
This hadith is #6597 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Limits and Punishments set by Allah (Hudood). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Abu Burda Al-Ansari:.