Sunan Abu Dawud #3481
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, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ forbids the payment for a cat, indicating a broader principle regarding ethical conduct in transactions. This prohibition reflects a concern for fairness and integrity in trade, emphasizing that certain practices may be deemed unethical or inappropriate.
Modern Application
In today's world, this principle can be applied to ensure that our transactions are fair and ethical. Many individuals and businesses strive to engage in practices that promote honesty and integrity, avoiding exploitative or unethical dealings.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Ethical Conduct because it addresses the ethical implications of financial transactions.
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About Sunan Abu Dawud
This hadith is #3481 from Sunan Abu Dawud, in the Book of Wages (Kitab Al-Ijarah). It is graded Da'if and narrated by Narrated Jabir:.