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Sahih Muslim #3701

The Book of Transactions
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The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.

حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ الْمُثَنَّى، حَدَّثَنَا ابْنُ أَبِي عَدِيٍّ، عَنِ ابْنِ عَوْنٍ، عَنْ مُحَمَّدٍ، عَنْ أَنَسٍ،ح ‏.‏ وَحَدَّثَنَا ابْنُ الْمُثَنَّى، حَدَّثَنَا مُعَاذٌ، حَدَّثَنَا ابْنُ عَوْنٍ، عَنْ مُحَمَّدٍ، قَالَ قَالَ أَنَسُ بْنُ مَالِكٍ نُهِينَا عَنْ أَنْ يَبِيعَ حَاضِرٌ لِبَادٍ ‏.‏
We were forbidden that a townsman should sell for a man of the desert.
Narrated by Anas b. Malik (Allah be pleased with him) said:

Context

This hadith conveys the prohibition against a townsman selling goods on behalf of a desert dweller. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) aimed to protect the interests of both parties, ensuring fairness in trade practices. The underlying message is about maintaining ethical standards in business dealings.

Modern Application

In today's economy, this principle serves as a reminder to ensure that all parties in a transaction are treated fairly. It encourages individuals to engage in honest trade practices, promoting integrity and trust in commercial relationships.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Buying and Selling and Trade Ethics because it emphasizes the importance of fairness and ethical conduct in trade.

Buying and SellingTrade Ethics

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This hadith is #3701 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Transactions. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Anas b. Malik (Allah be pleased with him) said:.

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