Sahih al-Bukhari #7074
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
In this narration, Jabir bin `Abdullah swears by Allah that Ibn Sayyad is the Dajjal, referencing a previous oath made by Umar in the presence of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ). The Prophet did not disapprove of this oath, indicating an acceptance of the seriousness of swearing by Allah in matters of truth.
Modern Application
This hadith emphasizes the significance of truthfulness and the weight of oaths in our interactions. In contemporary life, when making promises or statements, we should be mindful of the truth and the implications of our words.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Truthfulness and Oaths and Vows because it underscores the importance of honesty and the gravity of swearing by Allah in affirming one's beliefs.
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About Sahih al-Bukhari
This hadith is #7074 from Sahih al-Bukhari, in the Book of Holding Fast to the Qur'an and Sunnah. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Muhammad bin Al-Munkadir:.