Sunan Abu Dawud #4429
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) questioned Ma'iz ibn Malik about his actions before ordering his punishment. This interaction illustrates the importance of due process and the need for clear evidence before administering justice. The Prophet's inquiry reflects a compassionate approach to understanding the circumstances surrounding the confession.
Modern Application
This hadith highlights the necessity of ensuring fairness and thorough investigation in today's legal systems. It encourages a culture of compassion and understanding, where individuals are given the opportunity to explain their actions before facing consequences.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Justice and Punishments (Hudud) because it emphasizes the need for due process and clear evidence before administering punishment.
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About Sunan Abu Dawud
This hadith is #4429 from Sunan Abu Dawud, in the Book of Prescribed Punishments (Kitab Al-Hudud). It is graded Hasan Sahih and narrated by Narrated Abdullah ibn Abbas:.