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Sunan Abu Dawud #3580

The Office of the Judge (Kitab Al-Aqdiyah)
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا أَحْمَدُ بْنُ حَنْبَلٍ، حَدَّثَنَا يَحْيَى بْنُ سَعِيدٍ، حَدَّثَنَا قُرَّةُ بْنُ خَالِدٍ، حَدَّثَنَا حُمَيْدُ بْنُ هِلاَلٍ، حَدَّثَنِي أَبُو بُرْدَةَ، قَالَ قَالَ أَبُو مُوسَى قَالَ النَّبِيُّ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏ "‏ لَنْ نَسْتَعْمِلَ - أَوْ لاَ نَسْتَعْمِلُ - عَلَى عَمَلِنَا مَنْ أَرَادَهُ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
"We will never employ or we shall not employ (the narrator is doubtful) in our work one who wants it."
Narrated by Abu Buradah reported the Prophet (ﷺ) as saying:

Context

The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) conveyed a significant principle regarding leadership and employment in this hadith. He stated that those who desire positions of authority should not be entrusted with them, highlighting the importance of integrity and selflessness in leadership roles.

Modern Application

In contemporary settings, this principle can guide organizations in their hiring practices. Prioritizing candidates who demonstrate a genuine commitment to service over personal ambition can lead to more effective and ethical leadership.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Justice and Ethics of Interaction because it underscores the importance of integrity in leadership and the ethical considerations in choosing those who seek authority.

JusticeEthics of Interaction

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About Sunan Abu Dawud

This hadith is #3580 from Sunan Abu Dawud, in the Book of The Office of the Judge (Kitab Al-Aqdiyah). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Abu Buradah reported the Prophet (ﷺ) as saying:.

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