Sahih Muslim #3691
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 the instruction of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) regarding the sale of goods. He advised against intercepting merchandise before it reached the market, emphasizing the importance of allowing goods to be sold in their rightful place. This guidance aims to protect fair trade practices and ensure that sellers and buyers engage in honest transactions.
Modern Application
In contemporary commerce, this principle can be seen in the importance of market regulations and fair competition. Businesses should respect market dynamics and avoid practices that could disrupt fair trading, such as preemptively buying goods before they are available to all consumers.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Buying and Selling and Trade Ethics because it highlights the importance of fair trading practices and the ethical considerations in commerce.
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About Sahih Muslim
This hadith is #3691 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Transactions. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Ibn 'Umar (Allah be pleased with them) reported Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) as saying:.