Sunan Abu Dawud #4592
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, a servant of poor people cut off the ear of a servant belonging to wealthy individuals. When the case was brought to the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), the poor man's family pleaded their financial situation, and the Prophet (ﷺ) chose not to impose any compensation on them. This situation highlights the importance of context in justice, particularly regarding socio-economic status.
Modern Application
This principle emphasizes the need for compassion and understanding in legal matters today. In various situations, such as family disputes or community conflicts, recognizing the financial or social circumstances of individuals can lead to more equitable resolutions.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Justice because it illustrates the Prophet's (ﷺ) decision to consider the socio-economic status of the individuals involved when delivering justice.
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About Sunan Abu Dawud
This hadith is #4592 from Sunan Abu Dawud, in the Book of Types of Blood-Wit (Kitab Al-Diyat). It is graded Da'if and narrated by Narrated Imran ibn Husayn:.