Sunan Abu Dawud #2571

Jihad (Kitab Al-Jihad)
Sahih

The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.

حَدَّثَنَا عُثْمَانُ بْنُ أَبِي شَيْبَةَ، حَدَّثَنَا يَزِيدُ بْنُ هَارُونَ، أَخْبَرَنَا هِشَامٌ، عَنِ الْحَسَنِ، عَنْ جَابِرِ بْنِ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم نَحْوَ هَذَا قَالَ بَعْدَ قَوْلِهِ ‏"‏ حَقَّهَا ‏"‏ ‏.‏ ‏"‏ وَلاَ تَعْدُوا الْمَنَازِلَ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
A similar tradition has also been narrated by Jabir bin ‘Abd Allaah from the Prophet (ﷺ). But this version adds after the phrase “their due” And do not go beyond the destinations.

Context

This hadith mentions a teaching of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) regarding the rights of individuals and the importance of not exceeding boundaries. It emphasizes the need for fairness and respect in dealings, ensuring that each person receives their due without encroaching on others' rights.

Modern Application

In contemporary life, this principle can guide personal and professional interactions, reminding individuals to respect others' rights and boundaries. It encourages fairness and integrity in all dealings.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it highlights the importance of preserving and accurately transmitting the teachings of the Prophet (ﷺ).

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This hadith is #2571 from Sunan Abu Dawud, in the Book of Jihad (Kitab Al-Jihad). It is graded Sahih.

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