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Sahih Muslim #4701

The Book on Government
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا يَحْيَى بْنُ أَيُّوبَ، وَقُتَيْبَةُ، وَابْنُ، حُجْرٍ - وَاللَّفْظُ لاِبْنِ أَيُّوبَ - قَالُوا حَدَّثَنَا إِسْمَاعِيلُ، - وَهُوَ ابْنُ جَعْفَرٍ - أَخْبَرَنِي عَبْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ دِينَارٍ، أَنَّهُ سَمِعَ عَبْدَ اللَّهِ بْنَ عُمَرَ، يَقُولُ كُنَّا نُبَايِعُ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم عَلَى السَّمْعِ وَالطَّاعَةِ يَقُولُ لَنَا ‏ "‏ فِيمَا اسْتَطَعْتَ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
We used to take oath to the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) that we would listen to and obey his orders. He would tell us (to say in the oath): As far as it lies in my power.
Narrated by It has been narrated on the authority of Abdullah b. 'Umar who said:

Context

This hadith highlights the importance of obedience and commitment to the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ). Abdullah b. 'Umar recalls how they pledged allegiance to the Prophet, emphasizing that their obedience was to be within their capacity. This reflects the balance between duty and personal limitations, encouraging followers to strive for obedience while recognizing their own boundaries.

Modern Application

In today's context, this principle encourages individuals to commit to their responsibilities while acknowledging their limits. Whether in personal, professional, or community settings, it is essential to strive for excellence in fulfilling obligations without overextending oneself.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Prophetic Conduct and Oaths and Vows because it illustrates the commitment to follow the Prophet's guidance while recognizing personal limitations.

Prophetic ConductOaths and Vows

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This hadith is #4701 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book on Government. It is graded Sahih and narrated by It has been narrated on the authority of Abdullah b. 'Umar who said:.

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