Is this hadith authentic?

This hadith is graded Sahih. Sahih hadiths are considered the most authentic grade in hadith classification.

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This hadith is from Sahih Muslim, which contains 7,459 hadiths across 57 books. It is hadith number 4262 in the Book of The Book of Oaths, Muharibin, Qasas (Retaliation), and Diyat (Blood Money).

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Q: What is Sahih Muslim 4262 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book of Oaths, Muharibin, Qasas (Retaliation), and Diyat (Blood Money)), narrated by Abu Huraira reported that two women fought-the rest of the hadith is the same but herein no mention has been made of:, states: "He made her son and those who were with them her heirs. Someone said: Why should we pay blood-wit? And he did not name Hamal b. Malik."

The Book of Oaths, Muharibin, Qasas (Retaliation), and Diyat (Blood Money)

Sahih

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

وَحَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ بْنُ حُمَيْدٍ، أَخْبَرَنَا عَبْدُ الرَّزَّاقِ، أَخْبَرَنَا مَعْمَرٌ، عَنِ الزُّهْرِيِّ، عَنْ أَبِي، سَلَمَةَ عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، قَالَ اقْتَتَلَتِ امْرَأَتَانِ ‏.‏ وَسَاقَ الْحَدِيثَ بِقِصَّتِهِ وَلَمْ يَذْكُرْ وَوَرَّثَهَا وَلَدَهَا وَمَنْ مَعَهُمْ ‏.‏ وَقَالَ فَقَالَ قَائِلٌ كَيْفَ نَعْقِلُ وَلَمْ يُسَمِّ حَمَلَ بْنَ مَالِكٍ ‏.‏

He made her son and those who were with them her heirs. Someone said: Why should we pay blood-wit? And he did not name Hamal b. Malik.

Narrated by Abu Huraira reported that two women fought-the rest of the hadith is the same but herein no mention has been made of:

Context

This hadith recounts a situation where two women were involved in a dispute, leading to a discussion about inheritance and blood money. The narration highlights the complexities of legal matters in early Islamic society and the Prophet's ﷺ role in resolving disputes and establishing justice.

Modern Application

In modern society, understanding the principles of justice and fairness in conflict resolution is essential. This hadith encourages individuals to seek equitable solutions in disputes, ensuring that all parties are treated justly and fairly.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Blood Money and Punishments (Hudud) because it addresses issues related to legal consequences and the distribution of inheritance in the context of a dispute.

Blood Money Punishments (Hudud)