I think he said for the fifth time: If he drinks it, kill him.
Abu Dawud said: And similarly the word “a fifth time” occurs in the tradition of Abu Ghutaif.
Narrated by The tradition mentioned above has also been transmitted by Ibn ‘Umar through a different chain of narrators to the same effect. This version has :
Context
This hadith discusses the concept of a divine covenant made by Allah with humanity, emphasizing that every child is born with an innate understanding of faith. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) explains that this understanding is rooted in a primordial acknowledgment of Allah's lordship. This teaching highlights the innate nature of belief in Islam.
Modern Application
In modern contexts, this hadith encourages parents to nurture the innate faith in their children. By fostering an environment of spiritual awareness and understanding, families can help children grow in their faith and connection to Allah.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Divine Covenant and Faith and Belief because it discusses the inherent understanding of faith that every child possesses, rooted in a covenant made by Allah.
He will gulp it but will hardly [be able to] swallow it. And death will come to him from everywhere, but he is not to die. And before him is a massive punishment.
This hadith is #4485 from Sunan Abu Dawud, in the Book of Prescribed Punishments (Kitab Al-Hudud). It is graded Sahih li ghairih and narrated by The tradition mentioned above has also been transmitted by Ibn ‘Umar through a different chain of narrators to the same effect. This version has :.
