Sahih Muslim #4958
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
During a time of conflict, some companions of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ faced a dilemma regarding the lack of proper tools for slaughtering animals. They inquired whether they could use a reed to perform the sacrifice. The hadith illustrates the adaptability of Islamic practices in challenging situations, emphasizing the importance of fulfilling religious obligations even under difficult circumstances.
Modern Application
This hadith reminds us that flexibility and creativity can be essential in fulfilling our responsibilities. In modern life, it encourages individuals to find solutions to challenges they face in performing their duties, whether in religious practices or daily tasks.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Sacrifice (Qurbani) because it discusses the methods of performing a sacrifice in a situation where traditional tools are unavailable, highlighting the importance of fulfilling religious obligations.
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About Sahih Muslim
This hadith is #4958 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Sacrifices. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Rafi' b. Khadij reported from his grandfather that he said:.