Sahih Muslim #7172
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
In this hadith, Jabir b. 'Abdullah swears by Allah that Ibn Sa'id is the Dajjal, referencing a similar oath made by 'Umar in the presence of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. The Prophet ﷺ did not disapprove of this oath, indicating the acceptance of such affirmations in certain contexts. This highlights the importance of testimony and the weight of oaths in Islamic tradition.
Modern Application
In contemporary life, taking oaths can be seen in various contexts, such as legal settings or personal promises. The seriousness of swearing by Allah's name emphasizes the need for honesty and integrity in our commitments and declarations, reminding individuals to uphold truthfulness in their words.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Oaths and Vows because it illustrates the practice of taking oaths and the transmission of important statements in Islamic history.
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About Sahih Muslim
This hadith is #7172 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of The Book of Tribulations and Portents of the Last Hour. It is graded Sahih and narrated by 'Muhammad b. Munkadir reported:.