Verily the people have begun to hasten in the matter in which they are required to observe respite. So if we had imposed this upon them, and he imposed it upon them.
Narrated by Ibn 'Abbas (Allah be pleased with them) reported that the (pronouncement) of three divorces during the lifetime of Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) and that of Abu Bakr and two years of the caliphate of Umar (Allah be pleased with him) (was treated) as one. But Umar b. Khattab (Allah be pleased with him) said:
Context
In this hadith, Ibn 'Abbas (Allah be pleased with them) recounts how the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) and the early caliphs treated the pronouncement of three divorces during a single sitting as one. This reflects a principle of moderation and consideration in matters of personal relationships, emphasizing the need for thoughtful deliberation.
Modern Application
This principle can be applied today in how individuals approach sensitive matters in relationships. It encourages patience and reflection before making irreversible decisions, promoting healthier interactions and conflict resolution.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Spousal Rights because it highlights the importance of thoughtful consideration in marital matters, particularly regarding divorce.
And they urge you to hasten the punishment. And if not for [the decree of] a specified term, punishment would have reached them. But it will surely come to them suddenly while they perceive not.
And if We hold back from them the punishment for a limited time, they will surely say, "What detains it?" Unquestionably, on the Day it comes to them, it will not be averted from them, and they will be enveloped by what they used to ridicule.
And if Allah was to hasten for the people the evil [they invoke] as He hastens for them the good, their term would have been ended for them. But We leave the ones who do not expect the meeting with Us, in their transgression, wandering blindly
This hadith is #3550 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Divorce. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Ibn 'Abbas (Allah be pleased with them) reported that the (pronouncement) of three divorces during the lifetime of Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) and that of Abu Bakr and two years of the caliphate of Umar (Allah be pleased with him) (was treated) as one. But Umar b. Khattab (Allah be pleased with him) said:.
