Sunan Abu Dawud #2549
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) encountered an emaciated camel and urged people to treat animals with kindness and compassion. He emphasized that animals should be ridden and fed only when they are in good condition. This hadith underscores the ethical treatment of animals and the responsibility humans have towards them.
Modern Application
In contemporary life, this principle encourages individuals to advocate for animal welfare. It reminds us to ensure that pets and working animals are well cared for and treated humanely, reflecting a broader commitment to compassion in our daily interactions.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Compassion and Animals in the Quran because it highlights the importance of kindness towards animals as emphasized in Islamic teachings.
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About Sunan Abu Dawud
This hadith is #2549 from Sunan Abu Dawud, in the Book of Jihad (Kitab Al-Jihad). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated Sahl ibn al-Hanzaliyyah:.