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Sahih Muslim #5720

The Book Concerning the Use of Correct Words
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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 زُهَيْرُ بْنُ حَرْبٍ، حَدَّثَنَا عَلِيُّ بْنُ حَفْصٍ، حَدَّثَنَا وَرْقَاءُ، عَنْ أَبِي الزِّنَادِ، عَنِ الأَعْرَجِ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏ "‏ لاَ يَقُولَنَّ أَحَدُكُمُ الْكَرْمُ ‏.‏ فَإِنَّمَا الْكَرْمُ قَلْبُ الْمُؤْمِنِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
None of you should use the word al-harin (for grape) for the heart of a believer is karm (worthy of respect).
Narrated by Abu Huraira reported Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) as saying:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) emphasizes the importance of respectful language by stating that no one should refer to grapes as 'al-karm.' This statement highlights the significance of language and the value of the heart of a believer. The takeaway is the importance of using language that reflects respect and dignity.

Modern Application

This principle can be applied today by being mindful of the words we choose in our conversations. It encourages respectful communication that honors the dignity of others and fosters positive interactions.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Ethics of Speech and Respectful Communication because it underscores the significance of using language that is respectful and dignified.

Ethics of SpeechRespectful Communication

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This hadith is #5720 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book Concerning the Use of Correct Words. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Abu Huraira reported Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) as saying:.

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