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This hadith is graded Hasan li ghairih. Hasan hadiths are considered good and acceptable in hadith classification.

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This hadith is from Sunan Abu Dawud, which contains 5,276 hadiths across 43 books. It is hadith number 4763 in the Book of Model Behavior of the Prophet (Kitab Al-Sunnah).

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Q: What is Sunan Abu Dawud 4763 about?

This hadith from Sunan Abu Dawud (Book of Model Behavior of the Prophet (Kitab Al-Sunnah)), narrated by The tradition mentioned above has also been transmitted by Umm Salamah through a different chain of narrators to the same effect. This version has :, states: "He who disapproves is guiltless, and he who disapproves is safe. Qatadah said : it means one who feels its disapproval in his heart, and one who expresses disapproval in his heart."

Model Behavior of the Prophet (Kitab Al-Sunnah)

Hasan li ghairih

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

حَدَّثَنَا ابْنُ بَشَّارٍ، حَدَّثَنَا مُعَاذُ بْنُ هِشَامٍ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنِي أَبِي، عَنْ قَتَادَةَ، قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا الْحَسَنُ، عَنْ ضَبَّةَ بْنِ مِحْصَنٍ الْعَنَزِيِّ، عَنْ أُمِّ سَلَمَةَ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم بِمَعْنَاهُ قَالَ ‏:‏ ‏ "‏ فَمَنْ كَرِهَ فَقَدْ بَرِئَ، وَمَنْ أَنْكَرَ فَقَدْ سَلِمَ ‏"‏ ‏.‏ قَالَ قَتَادَةُ ‏:‏ يَعْنِي مَنْ أَنْكَرَ بِقَلْبِهِ، وَمَنْ كَرِهَ بِقَلْبِهِ ‏.‏

He who disapproves is guiltless, and he who disapproves is safe. Qatadah said : it means one who feels its disapproval in his heart, and one who expresses disapproval in his heart.

Narrated by The tradition mentioned above has also been transmitted by Umm Salamah through a different chain of narrators to the same effect. This version has :

Context

The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) teaches that disapproval felt in the heart does not equate to guilt, and that one who expresses disapproval is safe from blame. This highlights the importance of internal feelings and the distinction between silent disapproval and outward condemnation, promoting a compassionate approach to differing opinions.

Modern Application

In everyday life, this hadith encourages individuals to express their disapproval respectfully and thoughtfully, fostering an environment where differing views can be shared without fear of judgment. It promotes healthy communication and understanding among people.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Respectful Communication and Prophetic Etiquette because it emphasizes the importance of internal feelings and respectful expression in interactions, reflecting the Prophet's guidance on maintaining decorum.

Respectful Communication Prophetic Etiquette