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Sunan Abu Dawud #4818

General Behavior (Kitab Al-Adab)
Sahih

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

حَدَّثَنَا مُسَدَّدٌ، حَدَّثَنَا بِشْرٌ، - يَعْنِي ابْنَ الْمُفَضَّلِ - حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ الرَّحْمَنِ بْنُ إِسْحَاقَ، عَنْ سَعِيدٍ الْمَقْبُرِيِّ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم فِي هَذِهِ الْقِصَّةِ قَالَ ‏ "‏ وَإِرْشَادُ السَّبِيلِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
And guiding the people on their way.
Narrated by Abu Hurairah reported the Prophet (ﷺ) as saying on the same occasion:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) emphasizes the importance of guiding others on their path. This statement reflects the broader Islamic principle of helping others find their way, both spiritually and in practical matters. The Prophet's focus on guidance underscores the role of community support in fostering a righteous society.

Modern Application

In modern life, guiding others can take many forms, such as mentoring, teaching, or simply offering advice. This principle encourages individuals to support one another in personal and professional growth, contributing to a more compassionate society.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Divine Justice because it highlights the significance of guiding others as a form of moral responsibility.

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About Sunan Abu Dawud

This hadith is #4818 from Sunan Abu Dawud, in the Book of General Behavior (Kitab Al-Adab). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Abu Hurairah reported the Prophet (ﷺ) as saying on the same occasion:.

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