Sunan Abu Dawud #4917

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 ابْنُ السَّرْحِ، حَدَّثَنَا ابْنُ وَهْبٍ، عَنْ حَيْوَةَ، عَنْ أَبِي عُثْمَانَ الْوَلِيدِ بْنِ أَبِي الْوَلِيدِ، عَنْ عِمْرَانَ بْنِ أَبِي أَنَسٍ، عَنْ أَبِي خِرَاشٍ السُّلَمِيِّ، أَنَّهُ سَمِعَ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم يَقُولُ ‏ "‏ مَنْ هَجَرَ أَخَاهُ سَنَةً فَهُوَ كَسَفْكِ دَمِهِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏
AbuKhirash heard the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) say: If one keeps apart from his brother for a year, it is like shedding his blood.
Narrated by Narrated AbuKhirash as-Sulami:

Context

In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) emphasizes the seriousness of maintaining brotherhood and community ties. He warns that if someone distances themselves from their brother for an entire year, it is akin to shedding their blood, highlighting the gravity of severing relationships. The takeaway is a reminder of the importance of reconciliation and unity among Muslims.

Modern Application

In today's world, maintaining relationships with family and friends is crucial for emotional well-being. This hadith encourages individuals to resolve conflicts and avoid prolonged estrangement, promoting a supportive and harmonious community.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Community and Social Conduct because it underscores the importance of maintaining brotherly bonds and warns against the consequences of severing such ties.

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This hadith is #4917 from Sunan Abu Dawud, in the Book of General Behavior (Kitab Al-Adab). It is graded Sahih and narrated by Narrated AbuKhirash as-Sulami:.

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