‘There is no flogging the one who gets drunk from Nabīdh’.’ said: ‘He lied, for I heard al-Hasan saying, ‘Flog the one who gets drunk from Nabīdh’.’
Narrated by Hajjāj bin ash-Shā’ir narrated to me, Sulaymān bin Harb narrated to us, Ibn Zayd, rather Hammād, narrated to us, he said, it was said to Ayyūb, ‘Indeed Amr bin Ubayd transmitted on authority of al-Hasan that he said:
Context
This hadith discusses a disagreement regarding the punishment for drunkenness, highlighting the importance of accurate transmission of knowledge. Ayyūb asserts that he heard al-Hasan state that the one who gets drunk from Nabīdh should be punished, countering another claim. This illustrates the significance of verifying information and maintaining the integrity of religious teachings.
Modern Application
In contemporary discussions, this emphasizes the need for careful consideration and verification of religious rulings. It encourages individuals to seek knowledge from reputable sources and engage in respectful dialogue when differences arise.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it underscores the necessity of accurate reporting and understanding in the context of Islamic jurisprudence.
O two companions of prison, as for one of you, he will give drink to his master of wine; but as for the other, he will be crucified, and the birds will eat from his head. The matter has been decreed about which you both inquire."
And those who disbelieve say, "This [Qur'an] is not except a falsehood he invented, and another people assisted him in it." But they have committed an injustice and a lie.
And who is more unjust than one who invents a lie about Allah or denies the truth when it has come to him? Is there not in Hell a [sufficient] residence for the disbelievers?
This hadith is #7436 from Sahih Muslim, in the Book of Introduction. It is graded Sahih and narrated by Hajjāj bin ash-Shā’ir narrated to me, Sulaymān bin Harb narrated to us, Ibn Zayd, rather Hammād, narrated to us, he said, it was said to Ayyūb, ‘Indeed Amr bin Ubayd transmitted on authority of al-Hasan that he said:.
