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Sahih Muslim #4393

The Book of Jihad and Expeditions
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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 أَبُو بَكْرِ بْنُ أَبِي شَيْبَةَ، وَأَبُو كُرَيْبٍ - وَاللَّفْظُ لأَبِي بَكْرٍ - قَالاَ حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو أُسَامَةَ عَنْ بُرَيْدِ بْنِ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ، عَنْ أَبِي بُرْدَةَ، عَنْ أَبِي مُوسَى، قَالَ كَانَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم إِذَا بَعَثَ أَحَدًا مِنْ أَصْحَابِهِ فِي بَعْضِ أَمْرِهِ قَالَ ‏ "‏ بَشِّرُوا وَلاَ تُنَفِّرُوا وَيَسِّرُوا وَلاَ تُعَسِّرُوا ‏"‏ ‏.‏
Give tidings (to the people) ; do not create (in their minds) aversion (towards religion) ; show them leniency and do not be hard upon them.
Narrated by It has been narrated on the authority of Abu Masa that when the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) deputed any of his Companions on a mission, he would say:

Context

This hadith conveys the guidance of the Prophet (ﷺ) when sending companions on missions. He emphasized the importance of spreading good news and being lenient rather than harsh. This reflects the compassionate approach the Prophet (ﷺ) advocated for in interactions, aiming to attract people to the faith rather than repel them.

Modern Application

In modern contexts, this principle can be applied in various leadership roles, where encouraging positivity and support can lead to better teamwork and community building. It highlights the importance of a gentle approach in motivating others.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Community and Prophetic Etiquette because it illustrates the Prophet's (ﷺ) approach to fostering a positive community atmosphere through encouragement and kindness.

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This hadith is #4393 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Jihad and Expeditions. It is graded Sahih and narrated by It has been narrated on the authority of Abu Masa that when the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) deputed any of his Companions on a mission, he would say:.

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